πλάστιγξ

Etymology
The etymological base of the word is not clear. Formally, there is no reason to disconnect the word from, but this linkage is not evident on the semantic side. The same holds true for the connection with. In view of the suffix -ιγγ-, it therefore seems better to assume a origin.

Noun

 * 1) scale of a balance
 * 2) disk poised on the top of the rhabdus, in the game of cottabus
 * 3)  valve of an oyster shell
 * 4) collar for horses
 * 5)  surgical splints