ihram

noun

ih·​ram

ēˈräm

plural -s

1

: a state of consecration assumed by Muslims on pilgrimage to Mecca

2

: the ceremonially plain clothing worn by Muslims on pilgrimage

Word History

Etymology

Arabic iḥrām

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