ihram

American  

[ee-rahm] / iˈrɑm /

noun

1. the dress worn by male Muslims on their pilgrimage to Mecca, consisting of two white cotton cloths, one worn round the waist, the other over the left shoulder.

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ihram British  

/ ɪˈrɑːm /

noun

1. the customary white robes worn by Muslim pilgrims to Mecca, symbolizing a sacred or consecrated state

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Etymology

Origin of ihram

First recorded in 1695–1705, ihram is from the Arabic word iḥrām literally, prohibition

Example Sentences

Wearing masks and the ihram, the pilgrim’s seamless white garment, they each threw seven stones at a pillar symbolising Satan, taking them from sealed bags provided by the authorities.

From The Guardian

Those chosen will receive supplies including special ihram garments, toiletries, and a prayer rug in a suitcase from the Saudi haj ministry, as well as pre-arranged meals.

From Reuters

“As you can see, I had everything prepared. Here is my Quran, my ihram clothing, my garment,” he said, opening his packed suitcase.

From Reuters

Pilgrims enter into a state of spiritual purity known as "ihram" that is aimed at shedding symbols of materialism, giving up worldly pleasures and focusing on the inner self over outward appearance.

From Los Angeles Times

The journey of the five-day-long pilgrimage begins for many when they depart from their countries dressed in “ihram”.

From Seattle Times