English noun: sanctuary | |||
1. | sanctuary (artifact) a consecrated place where sacred objects are kept | ||
Broader (hypernym) | place, property | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | holy of holies, sanctum sanctorum, Tabernacle | ||
2. | sanctuary (artifact) a shelter from danger or hardship | ||
Synonyms | asylum, refuge | ||
Broader (hypernym) | shelter | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | harbor, harbour, safe house, safehold | ||
3. | sanctuary (artifact) area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing | ||
Synonyms | bema, chancel | ||
Broader (hypernym) | area | ||
Part holonym | choir | ||
Part meronym | church, church building | ||