Meaning & use
Umrah
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A pilgrimage to Mecca performed by Muslims that, unlike the Hajj, can be undertaken at any time of year.
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The family performed Umrah during the holy month of Ramadan.
Millions of pilgrims travel to Saudi Arabia each year for Umrah.
A note on using this word
Often called the "lesser pilgrimage" to distinguish it from the obligatory Hajj.
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