Word Meaning
दवाओं
dawaon
hinoun (feminine, oblique plural
Meaning
Medicines, remedies, or cures.
Detailed Meaning
The oblique plural of 'dawa' meaning medicines or remedies. In classical Urdu poetry, it frequently appears in the context of futile treatments by well-meaning physicians trying to cure the sickness of love. In this couplet, it refers to treatments that initially provided relief but ultimately worsened the lover's suffering.
Etymology
Arabic root د-و-ي (d-w-y) via دَوَاء (dawā’), meaning remedy or medicine.
Usage
In classical poetry, 'dawa' is often contrasted with 'marz' or 'dard' to emphasize that love's affliction resists medical intervention.
Examples
All medicines proved futile against the ailment of the heart.
The very remedies turned into causes of affliction.
Synonyms
औषधियोंदारूनुस्खों
Related Words
दवाइलाजचारागरमर्ज़