teye

Etymology 1
, from, from. The final vowel is generalised from the Old English oblique cases.

Noun

 * 1) A cord, rope, chain, or fetter.
 * 2)  A tye rope for hoisting or lowering the yard.

Etymology 2
, of unclear origin; but possibly ultimately a semantic development of Etymology 1. A connection to 🇨🇬 is semantically attractive, though phonologically difficult.

Noun

 * 1) A chest or casket; a strongbox.
 * 2)  An enclosure enclosed area