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sanctuary (EN)
noun

noun “sanctuary”

Singular sanctuary, Plural sanctuaries oder onzieleg
  1. a location where one is safe from harm or danger
    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.