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Sanctuary
01
an area for birds and animals to live and to be protected from dangerous conditions and being hunted
Examples
The wildlife sanctuary provides a safe habitat for endangered species to thrive.
Examples
The church became a sanctuary for refugees fleeing the conflict in their homeland.
03
the most sacred, innermost chamber of a temple or church, reserved for housing and venerating holy relics, icons, or scriptures
Examples
The high priest slipped through the crimson curtain into the sanctuary to tend the gold-plated reliquary.
Examples
The sanctuary was beautifully decorated for the holiday service, attracting many worshippers.
4.1
the section of a church's chancel that surrounds the high altar, often demarcated by a railing or screen, and set aside for clergy, choir, and liturgical rites
Examples
Each Sunday morning, the choir filed into the sanctuary's stalls to raise their voices in hymn.
