Yeshivish glossary term
assur
אסור
Meaning
- forbidden under Jewish law
- not permitted
Alternate spellings
asur, ossur
Usage and context
A legal classification, not merely a personal preference or community custom. The reason and severity depend on the issue.
- Category
- religious practice
- Language origin
- Hebrew
Example in Yeshivish
It is assur to use that ingredient.
Plain-English example
Jewish law forbids using that ingredient.