noun
- A Muslim who has made a pilgrimage to Mecca.
Usage: Also spelled hajji or hadji.; Considered a title of honor in Islamic tradition.
Examples
- After completing the hajj, he earned the title of hadjee.
- The hadjee was respected in his community for fulfilling one of Islam's Five Pillars.
- Many hadjees return from Mecca with stories of their spiritual journey.
- The hadjee wore traditional clothing to mark his pilgrimage.
- In some cultures, a hadjee is given special recognition upon returning home.