गुलगून

Meaning

Rose-coloured; rosy; also a reddish or chestnut-coloured swift horse.

Detailed Meaning

Literally meaning rose-coloured, 'gulgūn' in classical Persian and Urdu poetry frequently serves as a metonym for a swift, chestnut-coloured horse. In this couplet, it combines with 'nikhat' (fragrance) as a metaphor for the rapid steed upon which the fleeting spring departs. It evokes both vibrant floral radiance and evanescent, galloping motion.

Etymology

Persian: compound of 'gul' (rose/flower) and 'gūn' (colour/resemblance).

Usage

Commonly employed in the ghazal to depict wine, glowing cheeks, dawn, or a prized, spirited steed.

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