sanctuary
/ˈsæŋktjʊəɹi/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: sanctuaries
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A place of safety, refuge, or protection.
Noun
Examples
My car is a sanctuary, where none can disturb me except for people who cut me off.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
An area set aside for protection.
Noun
Examples
The bird sanctuary has strict restrictions on visitors so the birds aren't disturbed.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “sanctuary” mean?
A place of safety, refuge, or protection.
Is “sanctuary” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.