safehold

/ˈseɪfˌhoʊld/
noun
  1. A secure place where someone or something is safe from danger or attack.
    • The old fortress was considered an impenetrable safehold against invaders.
    • For the endangered species, the national park became a vital safehold.
    • The mountain cave served as a safehold for the refugees during the storm.
What does "safehold" mean? | whatsthatwordmean | whatsthatwordmean