ˈsaŋ(k)təm, ˈsaiŋ- noun
( plural sanctums -mz ; also sanc·ta -tə)
Etymology: Latin, neuter of sanctus holy
1.
a. : a sacred place
b. : an object of religious regard : something hallowed — often used in plural
2. : a study, office, or place of retreat where one is free from intrusion
an editor's sanctum