तरह-दार

Meaning

Graceful, stylish, elegant, or possessing unique charm and beauty.

Detailed Meaning

Literally meaning possessing form or distinctive style, 'tarah-dar' denotes someone distinguished by elegance, aesthetic grace, and captivating charm. In this couplet, it serves as an epithet for the beloved whose elusive, multifaceted beauty shifts constantly and surpasses the garden. The poet marvels that such a charming beloved never appears in the exact same manner twice.

Etymology

Compound formed from Arabic 'ṭarḥ' (fashion, manner, form) and the Persian possessive suffix '-dār' (keeper, possessor).

Usage

Frequently used in classical Urdu ghazal as an endearing descriptor for a beloved whose elegance and coquetry defy standard conventions.

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