sanctum

noun sanc·tum \ˈsaŋ(k)-təm\

: a place where you are not bothered by other people

: a holy or sacred place

plural sanctums also sanc·ta \-tə\

Full Definition of SANCTUM

: a sacred place

: a place where one is free from intrusion <an editor's sanctum> <the inner sanctums of research>

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Late Latin, from Latin, neuter of sanctus sacred

First Known Use: 1577

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