1. Abundance, Plenty: This is the most common meaning of "nithirai." It refers to a large quantity or amount of something.
* Example: "Nithirai paambugal irunthathu" (There were many snakes).
2. Heap, Pile: "Nithirai" can also mean a heap or pile of something.
* Example: "Nithirai ilaiyagal irunthathu" (There was a pile of leaves).
3. Cluster, Group: In some contexts, "nithirai" can refer to a cluster or group of something.
* Example: "Nithirai nalangkal koodina" (A group of monkeys gathered).
4. (Informal) Many, Much: In casual conversation, "nithirai" can be used interchangeably with the word "palli" (many) or "pal" (much).
* Example: "Nithirai kaasu irunthathu" (There was a lot of money).
Please note: The exact meaning of "nithirai" will depend on the specific sentence or context in which it is used.