Dreidel, also known as sevivon, is a four-sided top that is traditionally used to play a Hanukkah game. There are several synonyms that can be used to refer to this humble toy, including spinning top, spinning dreidel, Jewish top, Yiddish top, Hanukkah top, and twirling toy. The word dreidel is derived from the Yiddish language, and it has come to represent a symbol of Jewish culture around the world. While these words all refer to the same toy, they evoke different aspects of its cultural significance, from the historical and religious context to the playful and festive nature of the Hanukkah tradition.