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heiligdom — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • sanctuary noun A place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.

Senses

heiligdom is used for these senses in English:

  • sanctuary The consecrated (or sacred) area of a church or temple around its tabernacle or altar.

sanctuary — full definition

  1. noun A place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.
  2. noun An area set aside to protect wildlife or nature.
  3. noun The sacred, central part of a church or temple around the altar.