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    SANCTUARY

    (noun)
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    Definitions

    There are 3 meanings of the word Sanctuary.

    Sanctuary - as a noun

    A consecrated place where sacred objects are kept

    Hypernyms (Closely Related)
    place9property15
    Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
    holy of holiessanctum sanctorumtabernacle14

    A shelter from danger or hardship

    Synonyms (Exact Relations)
    asylum11refuge10
    Hypernyms (Closely Related)
    shelter10
    Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
    harbor11harbour12safeholdsafe house

    Area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing

    Synonyms (Exact Relations)
    bema8chancel14

    Example Sentences

    "The National Park is a sanctuary for wildlife."
    "Many people find solace and peace in a spiritual sanctuary."
    "The marine sanctuary is protected to preserve coral reefs."
    "The city built a sanctuary for homeless individuals to seek refuge."
    "The animal sanctuary provides a safe home for abandoned or abused animals."
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    Word Game Points

    Is SANCTUARY a valid Scrabble word?
    Yes, sanctuary is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
    US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

    SANCTUARY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

    Is SANCTUARY a valid Words With Friends word?
    Yes, sanctuary is valid for Words With Friends
    Valid Word
    SANCTUARY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

    Is SANCTUARY a valid WordFeud word?
    Yes, sanctuary is valid for WordFeud
    Valid Word
    SANCTUARY has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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    Word Variations & Relations

    Anagrams of SANCTUARY
    Starts SStarts SAStarts SANStarts SANC
    Ends YEnds RYEnds ARYEnds UARY
    Starts S & ends YStarts SA & ends YStarts S & ends RY
    Words containing SANCTUARY

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