sanctuary

noun

UK/ˈsæŋk.tʃʊə.ri/
US/ˈsæŋk.tʃu.er.i/

Definitions of sanctuary noun

  1. Countable(可數名詞)Uncountable(不可數名詞)Usually singular(通常單數)

    A place of protection or safety, especially from pursuit or danger.

    庇護;保護;避難所;庇護所

    • The undocumented immigrants sought refuge in a local church.

      這些無證移民在當地教堂尋求庇護。

    • This small chapel provided sanctuary for the displaced refugees.

      這個小教堂為流離失所的難民提供了避難所。

    • She uses her bedroom as a sanctuary to escape the daily noise.

      她把臥室當作避風港,以逃離日常的噪音。

  2. Countable(可數名詞)

    A protected area where birds or animals can live safely, away from hunting or dangerous conditions.

    (尤指鳥獸的)保護區;禁獵區

    • This bird sanctuary is an important habitat for many migratory species.

      這個鳥類保護區是許多遷徙物種的重要棲息地。

    • The wildlife sanctuary provides a safe haven for endangered species.

      這個野生動物保護區為瀕危物種提供了一個安全的避難所。

    • The local animal sanctuary is working to rehabilitate injured animals.

      當地的動物保護區正在努力康復受傷的動物。

  3. Countable(可數名詞)

    The holiest part of a religious building.

    (教堂的)聖殿;至聖所