sanctuary

Kutsal bir yer, tapınak

A holy or sacred place, especially a church or temple.

• The cathedral's sanctuary was beautifully decorated.
• Pilgrims traveled far to visit the ancient sanctuary.
• The research team established a marine sanctuary to protect endangered coral reef ecosystems from commercial fishing activities.
• During the medieval period, criminals could claim sanctuary in designated religious buildings and avoid immediate prosecution.
• Wildlife conservationists are advocating for the expansion of the mountain gorilla sanctuary in central Africa.
• The university library's top floor served as a quiet sanctuary for graduate students preparing their dissertation research.

Eş anlamlılar: shrine, temple, holy place, sacred place

Sığınak, güvenli yer

A place of refuge or safety; protection from danger or hardship.

• The cabin became our sanctuary during the storm.
• Wildlife sanctuaries protect endangered species.

Eş anlamlılar: refuge, haven, shelter, asylum, safe haven

Zıt anlamlılar: danger zone, trap

Tutuklanmaya karşı yasal koruma

Legal protection from arrest or harm, historically offered by churches.

• In medieval times, criminals could claim sanctuary in churches.
• The fugitive sought sanctuary at the embassy.

Eş anlamlılar: asylum, immunity, protection