halidom
/ˈhælɪdəm/
noun
- A holy place, sanctuary, or sacred object.
- The ancient church was considered a halidom by the local villagers.
- Pilgrims traveled for weeks to reach the halidom where the relic was kept.
- The forest was treated as a halidom, where no hunting was allowed.
- A state of holiness or sanctity.
- The monk lived a life dedicated to halidom and prayer.
- The ceremony was meant to bring halidom to the entire community.
- They sought halidom through acts of kindness and devotion.