Word Meaning
मोहर
mohar
hinoun
Meaning
A seal, stamp, or official signet impression.
Detailed Meaning
In classical poetry, 'mohar' (Persian muhr) refers to the seal or imprint used to validate letters and scrolls. In this couplet, it represents the seal placed atop the scroll of coquetry ('toomaar-e-naaz'), created metaphorically by the beloved's dismissive gaze ('pusht-e-chashm'). It denotes finality and authentication of pride in the realm of passion.
Etymology
From Persian مُهر (muhr), meaning a seal, signet, or stamp.
Usage
Frequently deployed in ghazal poetry alongside metaphors of unopened letters, secrecy, and silence imposed upon the lips.
Examples
A seal of silence upon the lover's lips
To stamp a seal upon the letter of longing
Synonyms
मुहरछापनिशान
Related Words
उनवाँतूमारनामा