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US/ˈpɪl.ɡrɪ.mɪdʒ/
UK/ˈpɪl.ɡrɪ.mɪdʒ/
a journey to a holy place for religious reasons, or to a place that matters to you
In context
Millions of Muslims make the pilgrimage to Mecca every year.
The old pilgrimage route now attracts hikers as well as believers.
Fans made a pilgrimage to the singer's hometown after his death.
Words that go with pilgrimage
verb + noun
- make a pilgrimageEvery spring, thousands make a pilgrimage to the temple.
verb + preposition
- go on a pilgrimageHe went on a pilgrimage after his illness.
noun + noun
- pilgrimage siteThe pilgrimage site is crowded in August.
- pilgrimage routeThe pilgrimage route passes through small mountain villages.
adjective + noun
- annual pilgrimageThe annual pilgrimage draws visitors from all over the world.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
go to pilgrimageCorrect: go on a pilgrimage