Proto-South Dravidian : *puruḍ-
Meaning : ceremonial pollution
Tamil : puruṭu
Tamil meaning : ceremonial pollution on account of childbirth
Kannada : puruḍu
Kannada meaning : ceremonial uncleanness after childbirth
Notes : The PN form has yet to be ascertained.
Number in DED : 4290
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