sanctuary /ˈsæŋktjʊərɪ/ CET6+ TEM8

• 1. 

  N-COUNT A sanctuary is a place where people who are in danger from other people can go to be safe. 避难所

  例：

  His church became a sanctuary for thousands of people who fled the civil war.

  他的教堂成了数千逃避内战的人们的一个避难所。

• 2. 

  N-UNCOUNT Sanctuary is the safety provided in a sanctuary. 庇护

  例：

  Some of them have sought sanctuary in the church.

  他们中的一些人已在教堂里寻求庇护。

• 3. 

  N-COUNT A sanctuary is a place where birds or animals are protected and allowed to live freely. 鸟兽禁猎区

  例：

  ...a bird sanctuary.

  …一个鸟类禁猎区。