Word Meaning
सरसरी
sarsari
hiadjective
Meaning
Cursory, superficial, hurried, or casual without deep attention.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'sarsari' denotes an action or glance done superficially, hastily, or without sincere care. In the quoted verse, it describes the beloved casting only an indifferent, passing glance over the fragile manuscript of the poet's heart.
Etymology
Persian 'sar-sarī' (سر + سری), signifying quick, cursory, or superficial.
Usage
In ghazals, 'sarsari' is almost invariably compounded with 'nazar' or 'nigah' to emphasize the beloved's disdainful inattention.
Examples
a cursory glance at the page
walking away with a casual look
Synonyms
सतहीउचटतीबेपरवाहमुख़्तसर
Related Words
सरसरी-तौरनज़रसफ़ा