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Meaning of pilgrimage

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pilgrimage

Pronunciation:/ˈpɪlɡɹɪmɪd͡ʒ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A journey made to a sacred place, or a religious journey.

    Example: In the Muslim faith, the pilgrimage to Mecca is known as the Hajj.

  2. (by extension) A visit to any site revered or associated with a meaningful event.

    Example: Each year we made a pilgrimage to New York City to visit the pub where we all first met.

verb

Definitions

  1. To go on a pilgrimage.