چراغ

Definition

A lamp or light — a favorite image of Urdu poetry.

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Etymology

'چراغ' (chiragh) has Persian roots, meaning 'lamp' or 'light.' The word emphasizes the significance of light in Persian poetic and cultural contexts.

How & Where It’s Used

This term is versatile, used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing illumination. It is well understood across the Urdu-speaking population.

Literary Heritage

Frequently used in poetry to symbolize hope and guidance, famously found in works by poets like Iqbal.

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