Word Meaning
लुटती
luttī
hiverb
Meaning
Being plundered, robbed, looted, or laid waste.
Detailed Meaning
This is the feminine imperfective participle of the verb 'लुटना' (to be looted or plundered). In the cited verse, it depicts the widespread desolation and metaphorical robbery of peace or riches across Hind (India) caused by the beloved's alluring beauty. Classical poets frequently personify a land or a lover's heart as falling prey to ruinous plunder.
Etymology
Derived from Sanskrit 'लुण्ट्' (luṇṭh, to plunder/steal) via Prakrit 'लुटइ' (luṭṭaï) into Hindustani.
Usage
In classical ghazal, the verb is used to express the absolute devastation of the heart, faith, or composure before the beloved's overwhelming beauty.
Examples
Lutti hai aabroo-e-chaman har bahaar mein
Jab se wo aaye hain mehfil luttī rahi
Synonyms
ताराज होनाबरबाद होनाछिनना
Related Words
लूटलुटेरालुटवाना