ऊर

Meaning

Naked, bare, unclothed, or destitute of garments.

Detailed Meaning

In classical Urdu verse, 'ūr refers to someone who is bare, stark naked, or lacking warm clothing. In this couplet, it serves as a stark contrast between the penniless, unclothed 'rind' and the wealthy man wrapped in opulent fur robes, illustrating that the night passes regardless of one's worldly comforts.

Etymology

Arabic (عور), in poetic usage synonymous with or a contraction of 'uryān (عریان, naked).

Usage

Commonly used in ghazals to evoke stark poverty or the mystical detachment (faqr) of the free-spirited ascetic.

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