Definition

Not acceptable according to Jewish dietary laws.

Example

Eating pork is considered unkosher in Jewish culture.

Conversation

I heard you tried that new deli in town.

Yeah, but I found out their food is unkosher.

Oh no, that's disappointing!

I know, I was really looking forward to it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unkosher → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "kosher" (from Hebrew *kasher*, meaning fit or proper). The word "unkosher" means not fit or proper according to Jewish dietary laws.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') and 'fit' or 'proper' ('kosher') to remember that 'unkosher' refers to something that is not acceptable according to those standards.

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