noun
- Plural of hadjee; Muslims who have made a pilgrimage to Mecca.
Usage: Also spelled hajjis or hajis; The singular form is hadjee or hajji; Refers to followers of Islam who have completed the Hajj, one of the Five Pillars of Islam
Examples
- The hadjees returned to their home countries after completing the sacred pilgrimage.
- Many hadjees wear special clothing to indicate they have visited Mecca.
- The group of hadjees shared their spiritual experiences with the community.
- Hadjees are highly respected in Islamic societies for their devotion.
- During the Hajj season, thousands of hadjees gather in Mecca.