asile — meaning in English

English meaning

• asylum noun Protection given by a country to someone fleeing danger or persecution in their own country.
• haven noun A place of safety or shelter from danger or trouble.
• sanctuary noun A place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.

Senses

asile is used for these senses in English:

• asylum A place of safety or refuge.
• doss-house A place where homeless people can sleep for the night.
• haven A peaceful or tranquil place.
• sanctuary A state of being protected, asylum.

asylum — full definition

1. noun Protection given by a country to someone fleeing danger or persecution in their own country.
2. noun A place of safety or refuge.
3. noun (dated) An institution for the care of people with mental illness.

haven — full definition

1. noun A place of safety or shelter from danger or trouble.
2. noun A harbour or sheltered stretch of water where ships can safely anchor.

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