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71. Argute means means shrewd 

72. Aspergillum means an implement used for sprinkling holy water in religious ceremonies.

73. Astrobleme means an eroded remnant of a large, ancient crater made by the impact of a meteorite or comet

74. Attic salt means refined, incisive wit

75. Autotomy means the casting off of a limb or other part of the body by an animal under threat

76. Badmash means a hooligan

77. Bandoline means a sticky preparation used for setting hair

78.  Bardolatry means excessive admiration of Shakespeare

79. Barmecide means illusory or imaginary and therefore disappointing

80. Barn burner means a very exciting or dramatic event, especially a sports contest; first used of an exceptionally good hand at bridge

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