| 单词 | sanctuary |
| 释义 | sanctuarysanctuary /ˈsæŋktʃuˌɛri/ ●●○ noun (plural sanctuaries) 1[uncountable] safety and protection from danger, or protection from police, soldiers, etc.: He is suspected of giving sanctuary to terrorists.find/seek sanctuary Hundreds of civilians have sought sanctuary at churches and embassies.2[countable] a place that is safe and provides protection, especially for people who are in danger SYN refuge: sanctuary for The center is a sanctuary for battered women.3[countable] an area for birds or animals where they are protected and cannot be hunted: bird/wildlife etc. sanctuary Pollution is threatening the marine sanctuary.4[countable] the part of a church where Christian religious services take place5[countable] the part of a religious building that is considered to be the most holy |
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