hajj

/hædʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

a pilgrimage to Mecca, obligatory for Muslims once in their lifetime, especially during the month of Dhu al-Hijjah, to commemorate the Prophet Muhammad’s journey.

“After years of preparation, he finally embarked on the hajj with his family.”

Synonyms

  • journey
  • pilgrimage

Antonyms

  • heresy
  • sacrilegious act