What is another word for toivel?
Pronunciation: [tˈɔ͡ɪvə͡l] (IPA) 
Toivel is a Yiddish word that is often used in the context of a Jewish ritual of immersing utensils in a mikveh (a pool of water). Synonyms for toivel can include dip, immerse, submerge, plunge, and soak. These words all refer to the act of fully immersing an object in a liquid substance. However, in the context of the toivel ritual, the word carries religious and cultural significance, representing a purification process meant to rid utensils of impurities. Other synonyms for toivel may include purify, cleanse, sanctify, or consecrate, all of which carry a similar religious connotation and suggest that the act is meant to bring about a sense of spiritual cleanliness.
