Word Meaning
सँभाले
sambhāle
hiverb
Meaning
Holding carefully, gathering up, or guarding protectively.
Detailed Meaning
In this verse, 'sambhāle' functions as an adverbial participle meaning holding up or gathering one's garment carefully. The poet warns the beloved to step carefully into the alleyway while lifting her hem, lest the thorns of Mir's eyelashes tear it. It emphasizes cautious preservation and delicate restraint against damage.
Etymology
From Prakrit, tracing to Sanskrit सम्भाल् (sambhāl, 'to observe, look after, maintain').
Usage
Frequently paired with 'dāman' (hem) or 'dil' (heart) in classical ghazals to evoke vigilance against physical or emotional injury.
Examples
walk with your hem held carefully
he stood guarding his wounded heart
Synonyms
समेटेथामेबचाए
Related Words
सँभालनासँभलनासँभाल