Baraita is a term used to describe a type of Jewish text, specifically from the Talmud. It's often translated as "external" or "outside", referring to its position outside of the Mishnah. However, there are also several synonyms for this term, each with their own subtle differences. For example, the term Tosefta refers to "supplements" to the Mishnah, while Mekhilta specifically refers to exegetical texts on the book of Exodus. Similarly, there are other related terms like Sifra and Sifre which refer to legal texts on certain parts of the Torah. Overall, these terms help scholars differentiate and categorize the vast collection of Jewish texts and traditions.