तोहमत

Meaning

A false accusation, slander, calumny, or imputation of blame.

Detailed Meaning

In classical Urdu poetry, 'tohmat' denotes an unfounded suspicion, calumny, or false charge leveled against someone. In this couplet, it represents the baseless imputation of an intentional gaze placed upon the passive aperture (window) merely because sunlight passes through it. It underscores an excessively suspicious or hostile nature that invents fault where none exists.

Etymology

Arabic (تُهْمَة, tuhmah), signifying suspicion, imputation of guilt, or accusation.

Usage

Widely used in the ghazal tradition to evoke the unjust social censure or false blame endured patiently by the lover.

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