Word Meaning
पैकर
paikar
hinoun, masculine
Meaning
Form, figure, body, shape, or embodiment.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu and Persian poetry, 'paikar' refers to an outward form, shape, statue, or bodily vessel. In the provided couplet, it functions within the compound 'paikar-e-khāki' (the earthly or clay frame), denoting mortal human body that houses the divine trust or soul.
Etymology
Persian (پیکر / paykar), meaning face, portrait, model, or body.
Usage
Frequently used in classical ghazals in izafat constructions to emphasize the visual shape, bodily frailty, or statuesque beauty of a figure.
Examples
The earthly figure dissolves into dust.
A graceful form appeared before my eyes.
Synonyms
जिस्मसूरतक़ालिबकाया
Related Words
पैकर-ए-ख़ाकीपैकर-तराशपैकर-ए-तस्वीर