Word Meaning

उड़ने

udne

hiverb

Meaning

To fly, take flight, or soar into the air.

Detailed Meaning

In this verse, 'उड़ने' (to fly) refers to a bird taking its first flight from the nest, symbolizing freedom and the dawn of life's journey. The speaker laments being captured in a hunter's snare before even having the chance to take wing. Metaphorically, it expresses early desires and hopes thwarted before they could materialize.

Etymology

Derived from Sanskrit उद्डी (ud-ḍī, to fly up), via Prakrit उड्डइ (uḍḍaï).

Usage

In classical Urdu poetry, a bird's flight often symbolizes spiritual release, ambition, or the fleeting liberty that precedes the trapper's snare.

Examples

had barely begun to fly

wished to fly across the garden

Synonyms

परवाज़ करनेउड़ान भरने

Related Words

उड़ानपरवाज़बाल-ओ-परआशियाना
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