Word Meaning
हामी
hāmī
hiNoun / Adjective
Meaning
Supporter, protector, patron, or advocate of someone.
Detailed Meaning
In classical poetry, 'hāmī' signifies someone who sides with, shields, or champions another person. In the given couplet, it describes the heavens or fate ('charkh') acting as an unjust ally and patron to despicable or unworthy people. The poet laments a corrupt era where destiny supports malice over virtue.
Etymology
Arabic origin, from the root ح-م-ی (ḥ-m-y), meaning 'to protect' or 'to defend'.
Usage
In the ghazal tradition, 'hāmī' often appears in laments against cruel fate ('charkh' or 'gardish-e-ayyam') favoring unworthy rivals over sincere lovers.
Examples
Fate became the patron of deceit.
None was my supporter in times of sorrow.
Synonyms
मददगारपुश्तपनाहतरफ़दारमुहाफ़िज़
Related Words
हिमायतहिफ़ाज़तहामी-ए-बेकसान