to squeeze or compress tightly between the thumb, and a finger (to inflict pain); to nip; to pinch.

to cut, take off by nipping with one's nails.

to close one eyelid and open it again quickly, as a signal, etc.; to wink.

= ಚಿವುಟು2.

= ಚವುವಟ್ಟೆ.

an instrument for striking or flogging, consisting generally of a stiff or flexible rod with a lash attached to one end; a whip.

a thin, twisted cord, used by children to spin a top, a cone-shaped toy, on its pointed end.

a hall or building where governmental deliberations are officially held; a court.

the building, platform or an open space where the members of village administration body meet for deliberation.

a raised platform in front of a house, attached to the front wall, on either side of the main entrance, used as a sit-out.

a place of protection; a shelter.

the office of local police force.

= ಚಾವಡಿ.

= ಚಾವಡಿ.

= ಚಿವುಟು2.

flattened rice, made by soaking the paddy in water and pounding, spiced and seasoned.