kosher

UK: ˈkəʊʃə | US: ˈkoʊʃər

Definition

  1. adj. conforming to Jewish dietary laws

  2. adj. genuine, legitimate, or proper (informal usage)

Structure
kash <fit or proper (from Hebrew כָּשֵׁר)>
Etymology

The word "kosher" originates from the Hebrew term "kashér" (כָּשֵׁר), meaning "fit" or "proper." It entered English via Yiddish (כּשר) in the mid-19th century, specifically referring to food prepared in accordance with Jewish dietary laws. Over time, its usage expanded colloquially to describe anything deemed legitimate or acceptable.

Examples

  1. The restaurant ensures all its meat is kosher.

  2. He only eats kosher-certified products.

  3. Her business practices are completely kosher.

  4. Is this deal kosher with the regulations?

  5. They checked to make sure the ingredients were kosher.