meshullah

noun

me·​shul·​lah

variants or meshulah or meshullach or meshulach

mə̇ˈshüˌläḵ,

-shu̇ˌ-

plural meshullahim or meshulahim or meshullachim or meshulachim

⸗ˌ⸗ˈläḵə̇m,

-(ˌ)ḵēm

: an accredited itinerant collector sent out to raise funds especially for the maintenance of orthodox Jewish religious and charitable institutions in the region of Palestine compare halukkah

Word History

Etymology

Hebrew mĕshūllāh, literally, one who is sent

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now