אָפּהיטן

Yiddish

Etymology

From אָפּ־ (op-) +‎ היטן (hitn).

Verb

אָפּהיטן • (ophitn) (past participle אָפּגעהיט (opgehit))

  1. to keep
  2. to protect
  3. to look after (take care of)
  4. to observe (a holiday)

Usage notes

  • The alternative past participle אָפּגעהיטן (opgehitn) is also used.