καίω

Greek (Cypriot)

/ˈce.o/

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) burn, burn down, set on fire
  • cremate
  • singe
  • sterilise

Etymology

Inherited from Ancient Greek καίω (burn, kindle, light) inherited from Proto-Hellenic *kayyō.

Origin

Proto-Hellenic

*kayyō

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