Arbah Kanfus (H.), lit. four corners; a garment consisting of two shoulder-straps supporting a front and back piece with fringes at each corner (Num. xv. 37-41).

Avirah (H.), Sin.

Ashkenazim (H.), German, hence also Russian and Polish Jews.

Badchan (H.), professional jester.

Bensh (?), say grace.

Beth Din (H.), Court of Judgment.

Beth Medrash (H.), College.

Bube (G.), grandmother.

Cabbalah (H.), Cabbulah (c.), lit. tradition; mystic lore.

Calloh (H.), bride, fiancée.