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Definitions of sanctuary. noun. a consecrated place where sacred objects are kept. see more. noun. area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing. synonyms: bema, chancel. see more. noun. a shelter from danger or hardship. synonyms: asylum, refuge. see more. Pronunciation. US. /ˌsæŋ (k)tʃəˈwɛri/
SANCTUARY meaning: 1 : a place where someone or something is protected or given shelter often used figuratively; 2 : the protection that is provided by a safe place.
Sanctuary Cities List. States. California. Colorado. Connecticut. Illinois. Massachusetts. New Jersey. New Mexico. New York. Oregon. Utah. Vermont. Washington. Cities and Counties. California. Alameda County. Berkley. Contra Costa County. Fremont, CA. Los Angeles County. Monterey County. Napa County.
noun. , plural sanc·tu·ar·ies. a sacred or holy place. Synonyms: adytum, sanctum, shrine, altar, temple, church. Judaism. the Biblical tabernacle or the Temple in Jerusalem. the holy of holies of these places of worship. an especially holy place in a temple or church. the part of a church around the altar; the chancel.
A sanctuary, in its original meaning, is a sacred place, such as a shrine. By the use of such places as a haven, by extension the term has come to be used for any place of safety.
[uncountable] safety and protection, especially for people who are in danger of being attacked or captured. to seek/find/take sanctuary in a place. The government offered sanctuary to 4 000 refugees. She longed for the sanctuary of her own home. a place of sanctuary. Extra Examples. Oxford Collocations Dictionary.
Valley of the Kings Sanctuary and Retreat is home to 50 large cats and other animals. We invite you to browse our website, meet our rescue animals and read their heartrending stories, and find out what we’re doing to help these wonderful creatures. Meet Our Animals.
