sanctuary (EN)

noun

noun “sanctuary”

1. a location where one is safe from harm or danger
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   During the storm, the family found sanctuary in the basement, safe from the howling winds outside.
2. a designated zone for the preservation and safety of wildlife or natural resources
   The wildlife sanctuary provides a safe haven for endangered species to live without the threat of poaching or habitat destruction.
3. the holy part of a religious building, specifically around the altar
   The priest led the congregation into the sanctuary where the golden altar stood as a focal point for their prayers.