पिघली

Meaning

Melted, liquefied, or molten (feminine form).

Detailed Meaning

Literally describes a substance that has dissolved or liquefied under heat. In the provided couplet, 'pighlī huī āg' (melted fire) serves as an intense metaphor for fiery red wine poured into goblets. It captures both the luminous visual quality and the warm intoxication of the drink.

Etymology

From Sanskrit 'प्रगल' (pragala) / 'प्रगलन' (pragalana) via Prakrit 'पगलइ' (pagalaï) to Hindustani 'पिघलना' (pighalnā).

Usage

In Urdu ghazals, it is frequently combined with words like fire, gold, or stone to craft sensory metaphors for wine, tears, or softened hearts.

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