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naches /ˈnʌxɛs , ˈnɒxəs / (also nachas)
noun [mass noun] US English pride or gratification, especially at the achievements of one's children.
congratulations:
naches to Miriam on her acceptance into rabbinic school.
– ORIGIN early 20th century: from Yiddish nakhes, from Hebrew naḥaṯ contentment.
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