Definition of Cherub.—A lady (married of course) was once troubled with a squalling brat, whom she always addressed as “my cherub.” Upon being asked why she gave it that appellation, she replied—“Because that it is derived from cherubim, and the Bible says, ‘the cherubims continually do cry.’”


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