‖n. [ Ar. hajj, fr. hajja to set out, walk, go on a pilgrimage. ] The pilgrimage to Mecca, performed by Muslims. It is the duty of Moslems to make a journey to Mecca at least once ina lifetime, or if that is not possible, three journeys to one of the alternate sacred sites. [ Also spelled haj and hajj. ] [ 1913 Webster +PJC ]

n. [ Ar. hājjī. See Hadj. ] [ Also spelled hajji and haji. ] 1. A Muslim who has made a pilgrimage to Mecca; -- used among Orientals as a respectful salutation or a title of honor. G. W. Curtis. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. A Greek or Armenian who has visited the holy sepulcher at Jerusalem. Heyse. [ 1913 Webster ]