HAIG-ruh

Definitions

1. noun

a term referring to a period of time during which the Islamic calendar is approximately in sync with the solar year, resulting in a longer or shorter year compared to the standard 12-month Islamic calendar

“The higra period affects the timing of Ramadan, which can vary in length.”

2. noun

the Islamic New Year, marking the beginning of the higra period

“The higra is celebrated with feasts and prayers across the Islamic world.”