तूल

Meaning

Length, extension, or prolixity of discourse.

Detailed Meaning

In classical poetry, 'tūl' denotes length, duration, or prolixity. In the cited couplet, it appears in the construct 'tūl-e-kalām' (excessive length or prolixity of speech), where the poet asks that his verbosity not be judged as a flaw because of his inherent love for verse. It often contrasts with brevity or encapsulates endless longing.

Etymology

Arabic root ṭ-w-l (ط-و-ل), meaning length, duration, or elongation.

Usage

In the ghazal, it is most conventionally paired with the excruciating length of the night of separation (tūl-e-shab-e-furqat) or the endlessness of sorrow.

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