Sanc"tum (?), n. [L., p.p. of sanctire to consecrate.]

A sacred place; hence, a place of retreat; a room reserved for personal use; as, an editor's sanctum.

Sanctum sanctorum [L.] , the Holy of Holies; the most holy place, as in the Jewish temple.

 

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