ye·shi·va or ye·shi·vah  (y ə-sh ēv ə)
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n. Judaism 1. An institute of learning where students study sacred texts, primarily the Talmud. 2. An elementary or secondary school with a curriculum that includes religion and culture as well as general education.
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