Definition of "bris" [bris]

• Judaism The rite or ceremony of male circumcision, usually performed on the eighth day of life. (noun)

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• "I'd * like* to be in bris for new years, but so far I haven't managed to nail down anyone who will actually say that they will be in bris and ergo capable of offering me somewhere to crash."
• "Got several "if i'm in bris" offers, but everyone wavering like hells."
• "Should be crashing at Kate's from 30th, so at least get a few days in bris w/everyone."