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Meaning of sanctuaries
A sanctuary is a place of safety or refuge.
Etymology of sanctuaries
The word "sanctuaries" comes from the Latin "sanctuarium", meaning a sacred or inviolable place, derived from "sanctus", meaning holy or sacred
Historically, the term referred to a place of religious refuge or a sacred area within a church or temple
Over time, the meaning has expanded to include any place of safety, protection, or conservation
Synonyms
havens
refuges
shelters
asylums
sanctums
reservations
preserves
protected areas
nature reserves
wildlife reserves
conservation areas
green spaces
parks
gardens
oases
hideaways
hideouts
bolt-holes
safe houses
strongholds
fortresses
citadels
bastions
redoubts
harbors
harbours
Definitions
- A place of safety or refuge
- * A nature reserve or other area where animals and plants are protected
- * A place where people can go to escape from war, persecution, or violence
Usage Examples
- The wildlife sanctuary provided a safe haven for endangered species
- * The church served as a sanctuary for those seeking refuge from the war
- * The national park is a sanctuary for nature lovers and hikers
Antonyms
dangers
hazards
threats
risks
perils
menaces
vulnerabilities
weaknesses
exposures
susceptibilities
liabilities
fragilities
delicacies
tendernesses
sensitivities