In the land of the lion and sun, or, modern Persia

by C. J. Wills

Jai-sheer (jayshīr).—Wild celery.

Jejim (jājim).—A thin kind of travelling carpet.

Jika (jīgha).—A jewel worn on the head by women. The royal hat ornament of feathers and diamonds.

Jūl (jall).—A portion of horse-clothing.

Jūniver (jānwār).—A wild animal, an animal.

Kabab or Kabob (kabāb).—A roast or toasted meat.

Kaffir (kāfir).—An infidel (a term of reproach).

Kafsh.—A shoe.

Kafsh-dooz (kafsh-doz).—A shoe- or slipper-maker.

Kafteh-bazi (kaftār).—Pigeon-flying.