Word Meaning
ज़ेब
zeb
hinoun
Meaning
Adornment, beauty, grace, or embellishment.
Detailed Meaning
In Persian and Urdu poetry, 'zeb' denotes elegance, ornament, or decorative beauty. In this couplet, it appears in the construct 'zeb-e-dāstān' (embellishment of a tale), meaning hyperbolic detail added merely to make a story engaging. It highlights aesthetic flair that decorates rather than conveys truth.
Etymology
Persian (زیب), related to the verb zībidan (to adorn, befit, suit).
Usage
Commonly occurs in izafat compounds such as 'zeb-e-tan' or 'zeb-e-gulshan' to describe attire, embellishment, or an admired presence.
Examples
zeb-e-tan karnā (to adorn the body; to wear)
zeb-e-mahfil (the ornament of the gathering)
Synonyms
ज़ीनतआराइशशोभाहुस्न
Related Words
ज़ेबाज़ेबाइशज़ेब-ए-तन