Meaning of

drawstring; waistband

नाड़ा; कमरबंद

ناڑا; کمر بند

Persian

In its original sense, 'izaar-band' refers to a simple, functional item used to secure clothing. However, in poetry, it often symbolizes the ties that bind us to our worldly roles and responsibilities.

Poets use 'izaar-band' to evoke themes of constraint and freedom. It can represent the delicate balance between duty and desire, or the unseen forces that hold one's life together.

In the gentle grip of an izaar-band, one finds both security and the longing for liberation.