Augrym, [189], algorism, arithmetic. This is a corruption from the Arabic, and is often found in works on arithmetic after the Boetian system of contractions was superseded by the eastern notation. See the curious etymologies of this word in Rara Mathematica, pp. 1, 72, and 94.
Autecer, [88], ancestor. It here alludes to the first parent. This word is not yet obsolete in the North-West Riding of Yorkshire. See Hunter’s Hallamshire Glossary.
Autere, altar.
Avantorsly, peradventure, by chance. “Awnterowsly, forte, fortasse, forsan, forsitan,” Prompt. Parv.
Aved, had.
Averte, [88], averter, turner away.
Avyse, advice.
Avyse, to consider. “Avise yow wele,” i. e., look well to yourselves.
Avoyd, [131], move away.
Avoutrie, vide [Advowtrye].