chisaron
Definitions
n. A deficiency, flaw, or shortcoming; can refer to something lacking in character, behavior, or spiritual development.
Example Sentences
"I’m sure many will claim this is just my own chisaron and personal experience, but I’d be curious if others feel the same… I can’t help but feel all the crisises and complaints we so often hear about (over indulgence at Kiddush or simchos, Internet problems…) will dissipate without resorting to more force and tightening…" (source)
"When we decide that we like our neighborhood, or our shul, this does not mean that we can not find any chesronos. We learn to overlook the few chesronos, because the overall picture is so good." (source)
Languages of Origin
- Textual Hebrew
- Yiddish
Etymology
TH חִסָּרוֹן > Y חסרון khesorn
- Orthodox: Jews who identify as Orthodox and observe halacha (Jewish law)
- North America
- None
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Alternative Spellings
khisaron, hisaron, khesorn, khesoren, chesorn, chesoren, chesron, khesron
Notes
plural: 'chesronos' or 'chesronot'
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