The English term schmaltz is derived from Yiddish, and is cognate with the German term Schmalz, meaning rendered animal fat, regardless of sourceâboth tallow and lard are considered forms of Schmalz in German, as is clarified butter. However, English usage tends to follow Yiddish, where it means poultry fat.
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BAH is based on the type of quarters authorized for that specific military rank (see BAH Type Information Page), dependency status and the local civilian housing market. BAH began in January 1998, replacing the Variable Housing Allowance (VHA) and Basic Allowance for Quarters (BAQ).