Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shikse
Noun
‘shik-se
Definition
A term used in Yiddish to refer to a non-Jewish girl or young woman.
Examples
- She was the only shikse at the family gathering, and everyone was curious about her background.
- In the film, the Jewish protagonist falls in love with a shikse, which creates tension within his community.
Meaning
The word ‘shikse’ can often carry cultural connotations and is sometimes used informally, depending on context.
Synonyms
- Gentile girl
- Non-Jewish girl
