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pilgrimage

1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for pilgrimage, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — A journey made to a sacred or meaningful place.

Synonyms

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pilgrim's journey

How to use pilgrimage

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

make a pilgrimage a pilgrimage site religious pilgrimage

Etymology

Formed from "pilgrim" plus the suffix "-age."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pilgrimage” mean?

The word “pilgrimage” means a journey made to a sacred or meaningful place. In plain terms, a meaningful journey to a place that matters deeply to you, religiously or personally.

How do you pronounce “pilgrimage”?

“Pilgrimage” is pronounced PIHLG-rih-mihj (/ˈpɪlɡɹɪmɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).

How do you use “pilgrimage” in a sentence?

Here is “pilgrimage” used in a sentence: “Millions of Muslims make the pilgrimage to Mecca each year during Hajj.”

What part of speech is “pilgrimage”?

“Pilgrimage” is a noun.

Is “pilgrimage” a common word?

“Pilgrimage” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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