Question

explain the term sanctuary
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Answer 1

Answer:

A sanctuary, in its original meaning, is a sacred place, such as a shrine. By the use of such places as a haven, by extension the term has come to be used for any place of safety. This secondary use can be categorized into human sanctuary, a safe place for humans, such as a political sanctuary; and non-human sanctuary, such as an animal or plant sanctuary.

Answer 2

Answer:

1 : a holy or sacred place.

2 : a building or room for religious worship.

3 : a place that provides safety or protection a wildlife sanctuary.

4 : the protection from danger or a difficult situation that is provided by a safe place.