Meaning Of The Word Sanctuary

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sanctuary
countable noun: A sanctuary is a place where people who are in danger from other people can go to be safe.

sanctuary in American English
a holy place, as a building set aside for worship of the divinity or of one or more deities
noun: a sacred or holy place

sanctuary in British English
noun: a holy place

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