a natural raised part of the earth's surface, often rounded; a hill or hillock.

a round hole dug in the ground for receiving and preserving water.

a small round or square pin in the ground for the sacrificial fire.

a pool, well, esp. one consecrated to a deity or holy purpose.

an earthen pot.

a Dravidian language akin to Kuī spoken in some parts of Orissa in eastern India.

the head of a village or town.

a division of Dravidian race, who speak Goṇḍi, in central India.

a member of this race.

(mus.) a particular mode or style in singing.

a division of Dravidian race, who speak Gōṇḍi, in central India.

a member of this race.

name of one of the Dravidian languages of India.

an ancient writing implement, a small metal rod with a pointed end for scratching letters on palm leaves; the Indian style.

that portion of a vessel above its neck.

(a corrupt form of karaṭa ) the hard outer case of a coconut-kernel; coconut shell.