Meaning of haj in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Noun

    haj

    Definitions

    1. the fifth pillar of Islam is a pilgrimage to Mecca during the month of Dhu al-Qadah

    Examples

    • « at least once in a lifetime a Muslim is expected to make a religious journey to Mecca and the Kaaba »
    • « for a Muslim the hajj is the ultimate act of worship »

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