omrah

ɔːmɹɑː

Definitions

1. noun

An Arabic word meaning ‘to visit a friend or a place’ or ‘pilgrimage to Mecca’, referring specifically to the Muslim rite of visiting the holy city of Mecca.

“The omrah is considered one of the five pillars of Islam, and it’s a significant experience for many Muslims.”

Synonyms

  • journey
  • pilgrimage

Antonyms

  • avoidance
  • hesitation