Word Meaning
मर्हम
marham
hinoun
Meaning
Ointment, soothing balm, or cure applied to heal a wound.
Detailed Meaning
'Marham' denotes a medicinal salve, ointment, or plaster used to cure injuries. In poetic metaphor, it represents relief or healing for the wounds of love and separation. In this couplet, the dark mark left by the balm ('dagh-e-marham') is imagined as the black pupil in the eye of the needle sent to stitch the wound of waiting.
Etymology
Arabic 'marham' (مرهم), adopted into Persian and Urdu.
Usage
In classical Urdu ghazal, 'marham' frequently contrasts with the lover's proud refusal to let their emotional wounds heal.
Examples
No balm could soothe the sorrow of separation.
Applying the balm of patience upon wounded hearts.
Synonyms
मलहमलेपदवाचारा
Related Words
ज़ख़्मचारागरइलाजनश्तर