tìoh

== Khiamniungan Naga == === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /tioʔ³¹/ === Verb === tìoh To apply a source of ignition to fuel in order to initiate combustion; to light or kindle a fire. To add fuel or manipulate a fire to increase its intensity, heat, or rate of burning. To tend to a fire to maintain its burn, especially to prevent it from dying out. ==== Usage notes ==== Tioh is a versatile verb encompassing the entire process of fire management, from its inception to its maintenance and intensification. It implies an active and ongoing interaction with the fire. Example 1 (to begin): "Gather the dry twigs so I can tioh the campfire. Example 2 (to intensify): "The flames are getting low; tioh it with another log. Example 3 (to maintain): "She had to constantly tioh the forge to keep the metal hot enough.