an ancient town of Turkey in Syria, with a Christian church of the Nestorian persuasion. It is situated in a fine fertile soil, but is inconsiderable now to what it was formerly. E. Long, 34° 20' N. Lat. 33° 50'.

Barutu, an Indian measure, containing 17 gantans: It ought to weigh about three pounds and an half English avoirdupois.