a tall conical cap worn as a mark of distinction by Muslims
Word origin
via Arabic from Persian: crown, crest
taj in American English
(tɑːʒ, tɑːdʒ)
noun
a high, conical cap traditionally worn in Muslim countries
Word origin
[1850–55; ‹ Ar tāj ‹ Pers]This word is first recorded in the period 1850–55. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: ethos, ethylene, heavyweight, muggins, segue