Word Meaning

नाज़िमान

nāzimān

hinoun

Meaning

Composers, poets, or organizers; plural of nazim.

Detailed Meaning

In classical poetry, the term denotes verse-makers, arrangers, or regulators. In this couplet, it satirically refers to contemporary poets whom the speaker dismisses as clumsy weavers producing worthless verse. It underlines the contrast between true artistic depth and superficial versification.

Etymology

Arabic root n-z-m (ن-ظ-م, to arrange or compose verse) combined with the Persian plural suffix '-ān'.

Usage

In the ghazal tradition, it is often employed to denote contemporary poets, occasionally with an ironic or critical edge against superficial practitioners.

Examples

The assembly of master verse-makers

Where are the composers of that glorious era?

Synonyms

शोअरासुख़नवरमुसन्निफ़

Related Words

नाज़िमनज़्मनिज़ामतन्ज़ीम
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