mamzer
Mamzer (noun) means a child born to Jewish parents whose relationship is incestuous or otherwise forbidden by Jewish law (e.g. an unmarried man and a married woman), or the descendant of such a person.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hebrew מַמְזֵר (mamzér, “a bastard”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of mamzer?
"mamzer" (noun) means a child born to Jewish parents whose relationship is incestuous or otherwise forbidden by Jewish law (e.g. an unmarried man and a married woman), or the descendant of such a person.
What are the different meanings of mamzer?
"mamzer" has 3 main meanings: 1. A child born to Jewish parents whose relationship is incestuous or otherwise forbidden by Jewish law (e.g. an unmarried man and a married woman), or the descendant of such a person; 2. A child who is born from an incestuous or adulterous relationship; a bastard; 3. A contemptible person; a jerk.