Kebla-Noma.

The pocket compass carried by Mussulmans to direct them which way to turn when they pray. (See above.)

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Entry taken from Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, edited by the Rev. E. Cobham Brewer, LL.D. and revised in 1895.

Karrows
Kaswa (Al)
Katerfelto
Katharine or Katharina
Kathay
Katmir
Kay or Sir Key
Kayward
Keber
Kebla
Kebla-Noma
Kedar’s Tents
Kederli
Kedjeree
Keel-hauling or -haling
Keelman (A)
Keelson or Kelson
Keening
Keep Down (To)
Keep House (To)
Keep Touch