Word Meaning
वरम
varam
hinoun, masculine
Meaning
Swelling, inflammation, or puffiness caused by injury or prolonged crying.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'varam' signifies bodily swelling or inflammation. In this couplet by Mir Taqi Mir, it refers specifically to the swollen, puffy circles around the eyes resulting from relentless weeping in love.
Etymology
Arabic origin from the root 'w-r-m' (ورم), meaning to swell or become swollen.
Usage
Used in ghazals to vividly illustrate the severe somatic impact of endless mourning and unceasing tears.
Examples
The bitter swelling around tear-stained eyes
A sign of internal grief turning into swelling
Synonyms
सूजनशोथउभारफुलाव
Related Words
गिर्दआँसूदीदा-ए-तरज़ख़्म