Word Meaning
बाज़ु
baazu
hinoun, masculine
Meaning
Arm, upper arm; metaphorically physical strength or might.
Detailed Meaning
Literally denoting the human arm or forearm, it frequently represents strength, vigor, and agency. In classical poetry, especially in conjunction with 'dast' (hand), it characterizes the physical prowess of the beloved or executioner. In this couplet, it highlights the speaker's despair at not even deserving death at the mighty arm of the beloved.
Etymology
Persian 'bāzū' (بازو), cognate with Sanskrit 'bāhu' (बाहु).
Usage
In Urdu ghazal, it is widely used in compounds like 'zor-e-baazu' or 'baazu-e-qaatil' to evoke themes of struggle, sacrifice, and the beloved's merciless power.
Examples
Testing the strength of the killer's arm
Relying on the power of one's own arms
Synonyms
बांहभुजाताक़त
Related Words
दस्त-ओ-बाज़ूज़ोर-ए-बाज़ूबाज़ू-बंद