sanctuary

sanc-tu-ar-y · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A place of refuge or safety.

  2. 2.

    A nature reserve where wildlife is protected.

  3. 3.

    A holy place, especially the part of a church around the altar.

  4. 4.

    [historical]Immunity from arrest offered by a church.

Forms

plural: sanctuaries

Related words

See also: haven, refuge, reserve
Synonyms: haven, refuge, shelter

Etymology

From Latin sanctuarium ("a sacred place"), from sanctus ("holy").