Word Meaning
मेल
mel
hinoun
Meaning
Affinity, connection, concord, or inclination.
Detailed Meaning
In classical poetry, 'mel' (or 'mayl') denotes affinity, connection, correspondence, or an inclination towards something. In this couplet, it questions what possible connection, concern, or desire for worldly existence one slain by the beloved's eyebrow could retain, having set aside the wish to live.
Etymology
Sanskrit 'मेल' (mela - union, coming together) / Arabic 'مَيْل' (mayl - leaning, inclination).
Usage
Commonly employed in ghazals to reflect compatibility, concord, or an affective attachment, often negated to convey detachment from the material world.
Examples
Hastī se kyā mel hamārā
Mel-jol kī rāh nikālnā
Synonyms
सम्बन्धसंगतिरब्तइत्तिफ़ाक़
Related Words
मेल-जोलमिलापरग़बतहस्ती