noun “sanctuary”
noun sanctuary, pl. sanctuaries or uncountable
- a location where one is safe from harm or danger
During the storm, the family found
sanctuary in the basement, safe from the howling winds outside.
- a designated zone for the preservation and safety of wildlife or natural resources
The wildlife sanctuary provides a safe haven for endangered species to live without the threat of poaching or habitat destruction.
- the holy part of a religious building, specifically around the altar
The priest led the congregation into the sanctuary where the golden altar stood as a focal point for their prayers.