Word Meaning

बालीदा

baalida

hiadjective

Meaning

Grown, flourished, nourished, or developed.

Detailed Meaning

'Baalida' refers to something that has grown, flourished, or attained maturity. In this couplet, it describes a metaphorical tree that paradoxically thrives and grows tall out of the humble, barren dust of the path. It evokes the mystical idea of self-effacement leading to spiritual growth.

Etymology

Persian, past participle of the verb 'bālīdan' (بالیدن, to grow, increase, flourish).

Usage

In classical Urdu ghazal, it is frequently used to describe a plant, emotion, or self that blooms even in adverse circumstances.

Examples

a garden flourished with fresh dew

a tree grown tall from humble dust

Synonyms

विकसितफला-फूलापोषितबढ़ा हुआ

Related Words

बालिदगीनश्व-ओ-नुमापरवरिशशजर
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