ब-लब

Meaning

At or reaching the lips; brought to the mouth.

Detailed Meaning

Literally translating to 'at the lips', it denotes something that has risen to the mouth, such as a sigh, speech, or the departing soul. In this verse, framed as 'ta ba-lab' (up to the lips), it signifies the continuous journey of the heart's burning lament like a chain of rue-smoke extending from the inner core of grief out to the verge of utterance. It evokes a state of profound agony and restrained expression.

Etymology

Persian compound formed from the preposition 'ba' (to, at) and 'lab' (lip).

Usage

Frequently used in classical ghazal either alone or in compounds like 'jan-ba-lab' to express the agony of near-death or an unuttered cry.

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