मख़मल

Meaning

Velvet; a soft, plush fabric symbolic of luxury, ease, and comfort.

Detailed Meaning

Literally denoting velvet, a fabric renowned for its plush softness and association with luxury and restful sleep. In this couplet, it represents the tranquil ease and undisturbed repose of the bed, which is thrown into disarray by the restless, wakeful eyelashes of the suffering lover.

Etymology

Arabic مخمل (makhmal), via Persian, denoting velvet or a plush, nap-surfaced textile.

Usage

In classical ghazal, makhmal often contrasts with thorns (khaar) or stones (sang) to accentuate how external luxuries fail to soothe inner anguish.

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