mashgiah

[mæʃɡiːəʊ]

Definitions

1. noun

In Jewish law, a person who is responsible for supervising the kashrut (dietary laws) in a synagogue or community.

“The mashgiah ensured that all food served in the synagogue was kosher.”

Synonyms

  • kashrut supervisor
  • kashruth administrator

Antonyms

  • non-kosher food controller