sanctuary

noun
UK: /ˈsæŋktʃuəri/
US: /ˈsæŋktʃueri/

  1. A safe place where people are protected from danger or violence.

    1. The church offered sanctuary to the refugees.
    2. The old building became a sanctuary for homeless people during the harsh winter providing warmth and safety.

  2. A place where animals or plants are protected, especially a nature reserve.

    1. This island is a bird sanctuary.
    2. The government established a wildlife sanctuary to protect endangered species from poaching and habitat loss.

  3. A holy place, such as a church or temple.

    1. The altar is in the sanctuary.
    2. The ancient temple served as a sanctuary where people could connect with their spirituality and find inner peace.

Synonyms

refuge haven shelter retreat preserve asylum

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sanctuary" in English means: A safe place where people are protected from danger or violence., A place where animals or plants are protected, especially a nature reserve., A holy place, such as a church or temple..

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

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

Example usage of "sanctuary": "The church offered sanctuary to the refugees.". More examples on the page.