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taj

tahj

Taj (noun) means a tall, brimless ceremonial hat traditionally worn as a mark of rank in some Muslim cultures. Example: “The scholar wore a traditional taj at the ceremony.”

noun
1
A tall, brimless ceremonial hat traditionally worn as a mark of rank in some Muslim cultures.
"The scholar wore a traditional taj at the ceremony."
2
A crown worn historically by Indian princes as a symbol of high status.
"The prince's taj was studded with jewels."

How to use taj

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA ceremonial hat or crown worn as a mark of rank — not to be confused with the Taj Mahal, whose name shares this root.

Word forms

tajs plural, tajes plural

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Etymology

From Arabic تَاج (tāj), borrowed from Classical Persian تاج (tāj, "crown").

Origin: Arabic

Frequently asked questions

What does “taj” mean?

The word “taj” means a tall, brimless ceremonial hat traditionally worn as a mark of rank in some Muslim cultures. In plain terms, a ceremonial hat or crown worn as a mark of rank — not to be confused with the Taj Mahal, whose name shares this root.

How do you pronounce “taj”?

“Taj” is pronounced tahj (/tɑːdʒ/ in IPA).

How do you use “taj” in a sentence?

Here is “taj” used in a sentence: “The scholar wore a traditional taj at the ceremony.”

What part of speech is “taj”?

“Taj” is a noun.

Where does the word “taj” come from?

The word “taj” comes from Arabic. From Arabic تَاج (tāj), borrowed from Classical Persian تاج (tāj, "crown").

Is “taj” a common word?

“Taj” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “taj” have?

“Taj” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a tall, brimless ceremonial hat traditionally worn as a mark of rank in some Muslim cultures.

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