sanctum
Sanctum (noun) means a private or sacred place that others rarely enter. Example: “The study was his sanctum, where nobody was allowed to disturb him.”
How to use sanctum
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA private, personal space treated almost as sacred — somewhere you go to be left alone.
Word forms
sanctums plural, sancta plural
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The study was his _____, where nobody was allowed to disturb him.
Etymology
From Latin sanctum, "that which is holy."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “sanctum” mean?
The word “sanctum” means a private or sacred place that others rarely enter. In plain terms, a private, personal space treated almost as sacred — somewhere you go to be left alone.
How do you pronounce “sanctum”?
“Sanctum” is pronounced SANGK-tuhm (/ˈsæŋktəm/ in IPA).
How do you use “sanctum” in a sentence?
Here is “sanctum” used in a sentence: “The study was his sanctum, where nobody was allowed to disturb him.”
What part of speech is “sanctum”?
“Sanctum” is a noun.
Where does the word “sanctum” come from?
The word “sanctum” comes from Latin. From Latin sanctum, "that which is holy.".