kashruth
noun
the body of dietary laws prescribed for Jews.
kashrut
-
a variation of
kashruth.
Example Sentences
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Committed to kashrut, the Jewish dietary laws, they resolutely refused any of the meager food offered at the camp, and “allowed themselves to die of starvation.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 9, 2026
Don't worry, there's plenty that's more kashrut than a B.E.C.
From Salon ● Mar. 9, 2022
For Jewish kitchens that are Kosher, it is against the laws of kashrut to combine meat and dairy, meaning you cannot cook a meat-based dish with milk, cheese, or butter.
From Salon ● Sep. 4, 2021
If using schmaltz in place of oil, in keeping with the Jewish laws of kashrut, serve the kugel only with dishes that do not contain dairy.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 16, 2021
Branca paused from his lunch to let forth a burst of philosemitism — declaiming the health benefits of kashrut and circumcision, the synonymy of Judaism with charity, leadership, patriotism, brains.
From New York Times ● Aug. 15, 2011
