Word Meaning
हफ़्त-गज़ी
haft-gazī
hiadjective
Meaning
Measuring seven yards in length; extraordinarily long.
Detailed Meaning
Literally denoting something that measures seven yards (gaz) in length. In classical satirical poetry, it is employed as a humorous hyperbole to describe an absurdly large nail, stake, or implement. In this couplet, it mocks the reclusive Shaikh by teasing him about grotesque, exaggerated instruments awaiting him if he steps out.
Etymology
Persian: compound of 'haft' (seven) + 'gaz' (yard/cubit) + adjectival relative suffix '-ī'.
Usage
Commonly found in satirical, parody, or rekhti verse to create comic hyperbole regarding punishment or measurement.
Examples
a seven-yard stake
the measure of haft-gazi
Synonyms
सात-गज़ीतवीलदराज़
Related Words
दह-वजबीमेख़गज़हफ़्त