CEFR C1

hajj

noun

Meaning

The annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca that is a mandatory religious duty for adult Muslims who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey.

Examples

He spent years saving money so he could finally perform the hajj.
The Saudi government manages millions of pilgrims during the hajj season.

Synonyms: pilgrimage, journey

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hajj (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /hædʒ/

Definition

The annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca that is a mandatory religious duty for adult Muslims who are physically and financially capable of undertaking the journey.

Examples

He spent years saving money so he could finally perform the hajj.
The Saudi government manages millions of pilgrims during the hajj season.
Completing the hajj is one of the five pillars of Islam.

Synonyms of hajj

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