cosher
cosher · coshers · coshered · coshering
To levy certain exactions or tribute uponTo levy certain exactions or tribute upon; to lodge and eat at the expense of.
/ˈkɒʃə(ɹ)/
Meaning
3 sensesTo levy certain exactions or tribute upon; to lodge and eat at the expense of.
To treat with fondness; to excessively dote on.
To chat in a friendly way.
Origin
From Irish cuid oíche (“night's supper”) or cóisir (“banquet; festive party”).From Irish cuid oíche (“night's supper”) or cóisir (“banquet; festive party”).
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Forms
coshers, coshering, coshered, cosheredWord family
2 related wordsLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, regular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle