Where does “పాప” come from?

పాప (Telugu) comes from Telugu పాము, from Proto-Dravidian pāmpu — snake.

పాప (Telugu): child

Definitions

Step	Language	Word	Meaning
1	Telugu	పాము	snake, serpent; To smear or rub
2	Proto-Dravidian	pāmpu	snake

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