Whar is the meaning of Sanctuary?

"sanc·tu·ar·y

ˈsaNGk(t)SHəˌwerē/Submit

noun

1.

a place of refuge or safety.

""people automatically sought a sanctuary in time of trouble""

synonyms: refuge, haven, harbor, port in a storm, oasis, shelter, retreat, hideaway, hideout More

2.

a nature reserve.

""a bird sanctuary""

synonyms: reserve, park, reservation, preserve

""a bird sanctuary"""