haj

/hɑːʒ, hɑːj/

Definitions

1. noun

a pilgrimage to Mecca, especially one made by Muslims.

“She decided to embark on a haj to Saudi Arabia.”

2. verb

to make a pilgrimage to Mecca.

“He chose to haj this year to fulfill his spiritual duty.”

Synonyms

  • journey
  • pilgrimage

Antonyms

  • staycation
  • vacation