Word Meaning

बिखेरे

bikhere

hiverb

Meaning

Scattered, strewed, or dispersed.

Detailed Meaning

Refers to the act of scattering or strewing objects broadly, such as blossoms or pearls. In this couplet, it describes the morning breeze scattering fresh flowers throughout the garden while missing the captive's cage. It emphasizes the tragic contrast between the garden's spring and the prisoner's absolute deprivation.

Etymology

Derived from Sanskrit 'विक्षिरति' (scatter, disperse) through Prakrit into Hindustani 'बिखेरना'.

Usage

In classical ghazal, scattering blooms often contrasts spring's unsparing beauty with the lover's desolate condition.

Examples

The morning breeze scattered flowers across the path.

He stood with tresses scattered over his face.

Synonyms

फैलाएछितराएनिसारे

Related Words

बिखेरनाबिखरावबिखरा
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