Proto-Nilgiri : *vig-
Meaning : tight
Kota : vigv- (vigt-) "(handle of axe) is tightly fixed (because swollen by water, etc.)"
Toda : pɨxy- (pɨxs-) "(plug) becomes tight"
Additional forms : Also Kota vigm (obl. vigt-) tightness of axe-handle, strength of rope or spring; Toda pɨxc- (pɨxč-) to tighten (tr.)
Number in DED : 5382