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