Nazarenes. Semi-converted Jews who, while nominally Christians, believed “Jesus of Nazareth” to be the long-promised Messiah, and still conformed to the rites and ceremonies prescribed by the Jewish law.
Nebraska. Indian for “water valley.” This fertile region is traversed by several shallow rivers.
Neckerchief. A kerchief for the neck. See “[Handkerchief].”
Neckwear. An American term for neckties, scarves, or mufflers.
Needle in a Bottle of Hay. See “[Bottle of Hay].”
Needle’s Eye. The postern gate in the wall of an Eastern city, so called because with some difficulty a camel is able to thread its way through it.
Negus. Hot spiced wine, originally concocted by Colonel Negus in the reign of Queen Anne.
Nemesis. From the goddess of vengeance, who bore this name.
Nepaul Paper. India paper made in the district of Nepaul, Northern India. The original India paper came from the Far East.
Nest Egg. The nucleus of a banking account, so called because if a china egg be placed in a hen’s nest it is an inducement for her to lay eggs of her own there. When a person has a trifle put by he is anxious to increase it.