pāntu (p. 311) s. [corrup. of Sa. Prantara, the hollow of a tree.] Corner, cavity, hollow in a well, &c., a deep hole, வளை. Compare பொந்து. பாந்துக்கிணறு, s. A well with cavities in the sides. பாந்துவிழ, inf. To occur as a cavity or cavern. 37)