Sanctuary Meaning and Definition


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Sanctuary meaning

Word: Sanctuary

How to pronounce: ˈsæŋkʧʊ(ə)rɪ

Noun

Definitions:

1. A place of refuge or safety.

Example sentences: "His sons took sanctuary in the church"

2. A nature reserve.

Example sentences: "A bird sanctuary"

3. A holy place; a temple or church.

Example sentences: "The sanctuaries of Apollo and Athena"


Synonyms:

holy place

adytum

sacred place

sanctity

temple

church

sacred thing

relic

shrine

shelter

safe haven

refuge

retreat

haven

harbor

special nature reserve

preserve

hideout

asylum

natural reserve

forest reservation

reserve

altar

presbytery

chancel

holy


Derivations:

sanctum


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Sanctuary in Other Languages...

Spanish: Santuario

German: Heiligtum

French: Sanctuaire

Italian: Santuario

Turkish: Kutsal


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