Word: sanctuary
Phonetic:
/ˈsæŋktjʊəɹi/
Listen:
A place of safety, refuge or protection. Example: My car is a sanctuary, where none can disturb me except for people who cut me off.
An area set aside for protection. Example: The bird sanctuary has strict restrictions on visitors so the birds aren't disturbed.
A state of being protected, asylum. Example: The government granted sanctuary to the defector, protecting him from his former government.
The consecrated (or sacred) area of a church or temple around its tabernacle or altar.
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