Word Meaning
रवाना
ravāna
hiadjective
Meaning
Departed, set forth, dispatched, or flowing away.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'ravana' refers to departing, setting out on a journey, or flowing forth like tears. In this couplet, it describes the departure or dissolution of the lover's heart under the veil of tears born of despair. It emphasizes an irrevocable loss and the silent exit of life or passion.
Etymology
Persian 'ravāna' (روانہ), derived from the present stem of 'raftan' (to go) with the suffix '-āna'.
Usage
Frequently paired with 'होना' (to depart) to signify the movement of the heart, the soul, tears, or a departing caravan.
Examples
The caravan departed into the wilderness.
A stream of tears set forth from the eyes.
Synonyms
रुख़सतकूचजारी
Related Words
रवानगीरवानीरफ़्ता