Word Meaning

दिल-फ़रेबी

dil-farebi

hinoun, feminine

Meaning

Heart-captivating charm, allurement, or seductive attractiveness.

Detailed Meaning

Refers to the quality of captivating, enticing, or charming the heart. In this couplet, it highlights the spellbinding appeal of the title or opening address of the beloved's letter, so enchanting that the lover offers his very life to it.

Etymology

Persian compound formed from 'dil' (heart) and 'fareb' (deceit, allurement), followed by the abstract noun suffix '-i'.

Usage

In classical ghazal, it frequently describes the sweet, deceptive enchantment of the beloved's appearance or words that irresistibly traps the lover.

Examples

Bewitched by the heart-captivating charm of her gaze.

The allurement of that voice lingered in memory.

Synonyms

दलकशीजाज़िबियतमोहिनीआकर्षण

Related Words

दिल-फ़रेबफ़रेबदिलकश
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