Definition

Referring to food that does not meet the dietary laws of Judaism.

Example

The restaurant served a variety of dishes, but none were kosher; they were all considered treifa.

Conversation

I heard that restaurant serves some great dishes, but are they trefa?

Actually, I've checked their menu, and most of it is kosher.

That's a relief! I wouldn't want to eat anything trefa by accident.

Exactly! It's always good to be cautious about food choices.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

Something that is not prepared according to Jewish dietary laws, making it unsuitable for consumption by those who follow these laws.

Example

The restaurant was careful to avoid serving any trefa dishes to its Jewish customers.

Conversation

Hey, did you hear about the restaurant that serves trefa food?

Really? I thought all restaurants had to follow kosher laws.

Yeah, but some places don't seem to care about that at all.

Root Explanation

The word 'trefa' comes from Hebrew 'טְרֵפָה' (t'reifah), meaning unclean or forbidden, particularly in the context of dietary laws. It refers to food that is not kosher or permissible according to Jewish law.

Memory Tip

Think of the Hebrew word for unclean or forbidden, which helps you remember that 'trefa' refers to food that is not allowed in kosher diets.

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