adytum
(ad-y-tum)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. 1 in ancient worship a sacred place that the public was forbidden to enter; an inner shrine; 2 the most sacred or reserved part of any place of worship
Example Sentence
Only the high priest could enter the adytum.
Synonyms
most sacred place; inner shrine; most holy place
Antonyms
common place
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