that which makes something what it is; intrinsic, fundamental nature or most important quality (of something) or principle; essential being; the essence.
ಕಣ್ಣುಕಟ್ಟು
♪ kaṇṇukaṭṭu
noun
(fig.) the art or performing skill of producing baffling effects or illusions by sleight of hand, concealed apparatus, etc.; magic; jugglery.
the use of false representations to gain an unjust advantage; dishonest artifice or trick; fraud.
ಕೆನೆಕಟ್ಟು
♪ kene kaṭṭu
verb
(milk) to have an oily, yellowish cream on its top.
(cream) to form on the surface of milk (when heated).