लिपटना

Meaning

To be wrapped, enveloped, or clinging; embracing.

Detailed Meaning

In this couplet, 'lipatna' refers to the wrapping or enveloping of a flame inside fine Chinese silk (parniyan). It signifies physical concealment or enfolding, presented as a seemingly impossible feat. The poet uses it as an analogy to show how hiding heart's grief is even more difficult.

Etymology

Derived from Sanskrit root 'lipt-' (adhered, smeared, clinging) through Middle Indo-Aryan Prakrit.

Usage

In classical Urdu ghazal, the verb is frequently employed to evoke either intimate lovers' embrace or the helpless tangling of smoke, hair, and dust.

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