verb
- to make something kosher; to prepare food or an object according to Jewish dietary or ritual laws
Usage: also spelled 'kosher' (verb form); primarily used in Jewish contexts
adjective
- conforming to Jewish dietary laws; fit or proper according to Jewish law
Usage: also spelled 'kosher'; can be used figuratively to mean 'legitimate' or 'acceptable'
Examples
- The butcher will kasher the meat according to traditional methods.
- This restaurant serves only kasher food prepared under rabbinical supervision.
- The ingredients in this product are all kasher certified.
- They decided to kasher their kitchen for the holiday.
- Is this establishment kasher, or does it serve non-kosher items?
- The deal seemed kasher to everyone involved in the negotiation.