English dictionary
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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 | ||
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