Word Meaning
पासबाँ
paasbaañ
hinoun
Meaning
A guard, watchman, sentinel, or protector.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'paasbaañ' denotes a sentinel, watchman, or protector who keeps vigil. In this couplet, it refers metaphorically to a guardian who watches over the speaker's dream or sleep amid the beloved's quarter. It often conveys the notion of vigilant care, safety, or prevention.
Etymology
Persian (pās-bān, from 'pās' meaning watch/guarding + the agentive suffix '-bān' meaning keeper).
Usage
In the ghazal tradition, 'paasbaañ' frequently personifies intellect guarding the heart or an obstacle like the gatekeeper barring access to the beloved.
Examples
The sentinel kept vigil at the threshold of love.
Intellect acts as a watchman over the restless heart.
Synonyms
निगहबानपहरेदारचौकीदारमुहाफ़िज़
Related Words
पासबानीदरबानहिफ़ाज़त