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Meaning of the word refuge in English

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refuge

US /ˈref.juːdʒ/
UK /ˈref.juːdʒ/
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Noun

1.

a safe place or shelter from danger, trouble, or difficulty

Example:
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The old church provided refuge for the homeless during the storm.
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He sought refuge in his books.
Synonym:
sanctuaryshelterasylumhavenretreat
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