Meaning & Definition of word "Kosher"
Kosher
/ˈkoʊʃər/
adjective:
- 1. In accordance with Jewish dietary laws.
- Example: The restaurant offers a variety of kosher options for its patrons.
- 2. Proper, legitimate, or acceptable; in good standing.
- Example: The business practices of the company are considered kosher by industry standards.
- 3. Authentic or genuine; conforming to what is legitimate.
- Example: He assured me that the documents were all kosher and valid.
Etymology
●From Hebrew kashér meaning 'fit' or 'proper'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
not kosher:
Not proper or acceptable.
kosher salt:
A coarse salt used in koshering meat.
Related Words
kashrut:
The set of Jewish dietary laws.
halal:
Food permitted under Islamic law.
Slang Meanings of kosher
Meaning: Something that is legitimate or acceptable.
● Example Sentence: That deal doesn’t seem kosher.
Meaning: Used to imply something is shady or suspicious.
● Example Sentence: I don't trust that guy, it all seems a bit too kosher.