Noun
afikoman (plural afikomans)
Alternative spelling of afikomen
Afikoman 14th century Haggadah The afikoman an integral part of the Seder itself is used to engage the interest and excitement of the children at the table. Source: Internet
Alternatively, the children are allowed to "steal" the afikoman and demand a reward for its return. Source: Internet
The eating of the afikoman substitutes for the eating of the Korban Pesach at the end of the Seder meal ( Mishnah Pesachim 119a). Source: Internet
After the consumption of the afikoman, traditionally, no other food may be eaten for the rest of the night. Source: Internet
In either case, the afikoman must be consumed during the twelfth part of the Seder, Tzafun. Source: Internet
In other homes, the children hide the afikoman and a parent must look for it; when the parents give up, the children demand a prize for revealing its location. Source: Internet