minyan

1. (Judaism) The minimum number of ten (male) adult Jews required for a communal religious service.Examples: "So without my visit, if Simon didn't attend, a minyan would be hard to come by."; "As mourners cannot attend synagogue during shiva, a minyan gathers for morning, afternoon, and evening services in their home."Judaism

2. (by extension) A Jewish prayer service.Examples: "New people assume leadership positions as required and stay around for as long as the minyan meets their needs."; "Tefillin are not used on Sabbaths and holidays, so unless you attend a minyan on weekday mornings or grew up in a home where men prayed daily, this practice may be unfamiliar to you."broadly