sanctum

sanctum

noun

Definition of SANCTUM

1

a place that is considered sacred (as within a religion) <the city of Jerusalem is an important sanctum for Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike>

Synonyms sanctuary, sanctum

Related Words reliquary; martyry

2

something (as a building) that offers cover from the weather or protection from danger <used the cabin in the woods as a sanctum from the commotion and interference of his family>

Synonyms asylum, bolt-hole [chiefly British], harbor, harborage, haven, refuge, retreat, sanctuary, sanctum

Related Words oasis; anchorage, mooring, port; cover, screen; abode, diggings, domicile, dwelling, habitation, house, housing, lodging, lodgment (or lodgement), pad, place, quarters, residence, rest, roof; cloister, closet, covert, den, hermitage, hideaway, hideout, lair; castle, fastness, fort, fortress, palisade, redoubt, stronghold; lean-to, lee, shed, windbreak