fānum — meaning in English

English meaning

• sanctuary noun A place of safety or refuge from danger or persecution.
• shrine noun A place considered sacred and dedicated to a deity, saint, or revered figure.
• temple noun A building used for worship, especially in religions other than mainstream Christianity.

Senses

fānum is used for these senses in English:

• sanctuary An area set aside for protection.
• sanctuary A state of being protected, asylum.
• temple A house of worship, especially:

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.

shrine — full definition

1. noun A place considered sacred and dedicated to a deity, saint, or revered figure.
2. noun A collection of items honoring someone or something, arranged with reverence.
3. verb To enshrine; to treat with reverence, as if placing in a shrine.

Related Latin words