Word Meaning
कौकब
kaukab
hinoun
Meaning
A star, celestial body, or planet.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Arabic and Persian-influenced Urdu poetry, 'kaukab' denotes a star or radiant celestial orb, symbolizing destiny, beauty, or light. In this couplet by Iqbal, humanity itself is metaphorically envisioned as a vibrant star whose presence and brilliance illuminate the universe. The decline of mortal man is presented as a tragic diminution of cosmic grandeur.
Etymology
Arabic كَوْكَب (kawkab), signifying a star or celestial orb.
Usage
In Urdu ghazal, it is often compounded (such as kaukab-e-tāla' or kaukab-e-bakht) to represent auspicious fortune or the solitary brilliance of celestial bodies.
Examples
radiance of the morning star
a rising star of destiny
Synonyms
सिताराअख़्तरनज्मतारा
Related Words
ताबानीफ़लककहकशाँआसमाँ