26984 words

sanctity

3 definitions • 3 examples
1
the quality of being very important and deserving respect:

Examples:

Our studies show that there is overwhelming support among the people of this country for protecting the sanctity of marriage.
2
the quality of being holy:

Examples:

the sanctity of a cemetery/tomb
3
the condition of being holy or of deserving great respect:

Examples:

the sanctity of life

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