Word Meaning

आ'ज़ा

a'za

hinoun

Meaning

Limbs, organs, or body parts (plural of 'uzw').

Detailed Meaning

The word refers to bodily organs or limbs, being the Arabic broken plural of 'uzw'. In Ghalib's verse, it denotes the vital and restless movement of youthful limbs whose lively energy cannot bear the idle formality of resting on a bed. It evokes themes of physical vitality, erotic grace, and restless longing.

Etymology

Arabic, broken plural of 'uḍw' (عضو), meaning limb or organ.

Usage

In classical Urdu poetry, it is commonly invoked either to depict the youthful dynamism and allure of the beloved or the severe debility (zo'f) consuming the suffering lover.

Examples

The youthful grace of limbs.

Lethargy had enveloped all limbs.

Synonyms

अंगजवारेहहाथ-पाँव

Related Words

उज़्वजिस्मबदनशोख़ी
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