| Keyword | Paayanaa |
| Type | S.S. |
| Etymology/ Definition | पायना त्रिविधा क्षारोदकतैलेषु । सु. सू. ८/१२ |
| Reference | S.Su.8/12 |
| Literary Meaning | M / W – moistening |
| Implied Meaning | Working on a sharp instrument for further use. |
| Elaboration | The procedure of dipping a sharp instrument in Jala ( water ), Tail ( oil ), after heating is called Paayanaa . It increases hardness of the sharp instruments. Sus`hruta describes 3 types of Paayana: Kshaarapaayitam – Maximum hardness to a sharp instrument is achieved by using Kshaara ( caustic alkalies ). Such instruments are used for incision over hard body structures like bones. Udakapaayitam – Medium hardness to a sharp instrument is achieved by using water. Such instruments are used for incision over structures like muscles. Tailapaayitam – Low level of sharpness is achieved by using oil. Such instruments are used to puncture tendons and vessels. |
| Contemporary Colloquial | Honing the sharp instrument |
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