Word Meaning
यक-सर
yak-sar
hiadverb
Meaning
Altogether, completely, entirely, all at once, or from end to end.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu and Persian poetry, 'yak-sar' functions as an adverb meaning entirely, wholly, or from one end to the other. In this couplet, it underscores the complete and absolute dissolution of the heart, indicating that the overwhelming swell of longing left nothing intact.
Etymology
Persian compound of 'yak' (one) + 'sar' (head, extremity, end).
Usage
Frequently employed in classical ghazal to denote absolute totality or the sweeping, irreversible nature of emotional ruin.
Examples
Burned down yak-sar in the fire of passion
Cast aside yak-sar by the cruel beloved
Synonyms
सरासरबिलकुलमुकम्मलयक-क़लम
Related Words
यक-बारगीयक-दमसर-ता-पातमाम