refuge

noun
UK: /ˈrefjuːdʒ/
US: /ˈrefjuːdʒ/

  1. A place giving protection from danger, bad weather, or difficulty.

    1. The old barn was a refuge from the sudden rain.
    2. During the storm, the small boat sought refuge in a nearby cove.

  2. The state of being safe or sheltered from danger, threat, or hardship.

    1. They found refuge from persecution in a new country.
    2. His music became a refuge from the stresses of his demanding job.

  3. A person or thing that provides protection or support.

    1. Her friends were a refuge during her difficult divorce.
    2. In times of trouble, faith can be a powerful refuge for many people.

Synonyms

shelter protection sanctuary haven security retreat asylum
refuge intransitive-verb

  1. To take shelter or find protection in a safe place.

    1. The family refuged in the basement during the tornado.
    2. Birds and animals refuge in the forest during the winter months.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "refuge" in English means: A place giving protection from danger, bad weather, or difficulty., The state of being safe or sheltered from danger, threat, or hardship., A person or thing that provides protection or support..

The phonetic transcription of "refuge" is /ˈrefjuːdʒ/ in British English and /ˈrefjuːdʒ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "refuge": shelter, protection, sanctuary, haven, security, retreat, asylum.

Example usage of "refuge": "The old barn was a refuge from the sudden rain.". More examples on the page.