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sanctuary (EN)
substantiivi

substantiivi “sanctuary”

yksikkö sanctuary, monikko sanctuaries tai ei-laskettava
  1. turvapaikka
    During the storm, the family found sanctuary in the basement, safe from the howling winds outside.
  2. suojelualue (luonnonsuojelualue tai villieläinten suojelualue)
    The wildlife sanctuary provides a safe haven for endangered species to live without the threat of poaching or habitat destruction.
  3. pyhättö (kirkon alttarin ympärillä oleva alue)
    The priest led the congregation into the sanctuary where the golden altar stood as a focal point for their prayers.