dietary law

noun

: any of the laws observed by Orthodox Jews that permit or prohibit certain foods

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Despite rejoicing, however, Passover is also associated with strict dietary laws due to the symbolic significance that is reflected in the passages of Exodus. Coleby Phillips, The Arizona Republic, 29 Mar. 2024 Strict dietary laws are observed and special prohibitions restrict work at the beginning and end of the festival. Chris Sims, The Indianapolis Star, 22 Apr. 2024 Some of these dietary laws are so deeply entrenched that there have even been instances of property developers not selling apartments to meat eaters. Diksha Madhok, CNN, 21 Mar. 2024 Recognizing the importance of traditional dietary laws and honoring traditions, Grand Velas Riviera Maya has created a special website for Jewish guests to learn more about its offerings and submit questions or requests for more information. Roger Sands, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dietary law 

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First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dietary law was in 1907

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“Dietary law.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dietary%20law. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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