Pilgrimage
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɪlɡɹɪmɪd͡ʒ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pilgrimage is a noun meaning A journey made to a sacred place, or a religious journey.
Meaning
A journey made to a sacred place, or a religious journey.
More Meanings
- (by extension) A visit to any site revered or associated with a meaningful event.
- To go on a pilgrimage.
Example Sentences
It was like a weary pilgrimage amongst hints for nightmares.
In the Muslim faith, the pilgrimage to Mecca is known as the Hajj.
For fans, the shows are a pilgrimage, and a rediscovery of the joys of mass gatherings.
Each year we made a pilgrimage to New York City to visit the pub where we all first met.
Word Forms
- pilgrimages
- pilgrimaging
- pilgrimaged
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pilgrim, peregrination, procession, parade, expo, worship.
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