Word Meaning
खुलते
khulte
hiverb
Meaning
Opening, blooming, or unfolding (used here as: at the moment of opening).
Detailed Meaning
Refers to the continuous action or process of opening and blooming, derived from the verb 'khulna'. In this verse, 'khulte mein' denotes the delicate moment when a flower bud is in the process of unfurling. The poet draws a parallel between the gradual opening of a narcissus bud and the languid, half-open eyelashes of the beloved.
Etymology
From Prakrit *khulla- (opened), cognate with Hindustani verb 'khulnā' (to open, unclose, blossom).
Usage
In classical Urdu ghazal, it frequently symbolizes either the unfolding of a blossom or the opening of eyes and knots of mystery.
Examples
as the flower was opening in the garden
at the moment of the eyes opening to dawn
Synonyms
खिलतेविकसित होतेउधड़ते
Related Words
खोलनाखुलाखिलावट