masoret

noun1

1. •
   An unwritten tradition orally passed down as law by the Hebrews.

   • The rough correspondence between these concepts and “native” Jewish ideas such as masoret (authoritative tradition) and galut (exile) further helps to explain their enduring status in the field. — 2011

noun1

1. •
   A Masorah.

   • Where the Keri's have to do with exegesis or grammar, by far the largest part of them proceed immediately from the Masorets themselves. — 1860