Word Meaning
उलझ
ulajh
Meaning
To become entangled, embroiled, or locked in conflict unnecessarily.
Detailed Meaning
The verb root 'ulajh' signifies becoming entangled, ensnared, or picking an unwanted altercation. In this couplet by Mir, it vividly portrays the path of love ('tariq-e-ishq') as an unprovoked adversary that confronts and embroils the speaker while he was minding his own business. It captures both existential entanglement in passion and the tragicomic grievance of an unwilling victim.
Etymology
Inherited from Indo-Aryan roots; cognate with Sanskrit and Prakrit roots signifying knotting, twisting, or entanglement.
Usage
In classical ghazal poetry, 'ulajhna' is predominantly used for getting entangled in the beloved's curly locks or needlessly embroiled with fate and love.
Examples
To get tangled needlessly
Entangling of the heart in locks of hair