sanctuary
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/ˈsæŋktʃueri/
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/ˈsæŋktʃuəri/
A safe place where wild animals and birds are protected.
The forest is a sanctuary for many rare birds.
这片森林是许多稀有鸟类的庇护所。
A place of safety and protection from danger.
Her garden became a peaceful sanctuary from the noisy city.
她的花园成了远离喧嚣城市的宁静避风港。
A safe place where people can go to be protected.
The church offered sanctuary to those fleeing the war.
教堂为逃离战争的人们提供了庇护所。
The most holy part of a religious building.
Only priests were allowed in the sanctuary of the ancient temple.
只有祭司被允许进入古庙的圣所。