Word Meaning

लंग

lang

hiadjective

Meaning

Lame, limping, defective, or weak.

Detailed Meaning

Literally meaning lame or limping, 'lang' describes a physical defect or weakness in movement. In poetry, it most famously occurs within the Persian construct 'uzr-e-lang' (a lame excuse), signifying flimsy, unfounded pretexts manufactured by the beloved to avoid an encounter.

Etymology

Persian origin, from 'lang' (لنگ), denoting lameness or disability.

Usage

In classical ghazals, it is most often employed in genitive Persian phrases like 'uzr-e-lang' to denote flimsy pretexts offered by the beloved.

Examples

To bring forward a lame excuse (uzr-e-lang)

The limping foot on the path of passion

Synonyms

अपंगकमज़ोरनाक़िसबेबुनियाद

Related Words

उज़्र-ए-लंगपा-ए-लंगलंगड़ा
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