English Explanatory Dictionary

pilgrimage

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A journey made to a sacred place, or a religious journey.
  2. A visit to any site revered or associated with a meaningful event.
verb
  1. To go on a pilgrimage.
name
  1. The 22nd sura (chapter) of the Qur'an.

Pronunciation

/ˈpɪlɡɹɪmɪd͡ʒ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-pilgrimage.wav

Word forms

pilgrimage pilgrimages pilgrimaging pilgrimaged

Etymology

From Middle English pilgrimage. By surface analysis, pilgrim + -age.

Related words

pilgrim peregrinate

Derived words

pilgrimager protopilgrimage
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