kosherness

English

Etymology

From kosher +‎ -ness. Attested since the 20th century.

Noun

kosherness (uncountable)

1. The quality of being kosher.
   • 1941, The American Poultryman: Official Publication for the American Poultry Association:

     If perchance she finds an egg already covered by a shell, she must at once consult the shochet to determine its kosherness.

   • 1942, The Advocate: America's Jewish Journal, volume 101, page 31:

     Each package is neatly wrapped in cellophane and dated to insure freshness, also bearing the strict endorsement of Rabbi Jacob Pikelny as to kosherness.