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taj
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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 notesIn 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.
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Word forms
- Plural
- tajs, tajes
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Etymology
From Arabic تَاج (tāj), borrowed from Classical Persian تاج (tāj, "crown").
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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