Definition

A special place in a church or temple where sacred objects are kept or where religious ceremonies take place.

Example

The priest prepared the altar in the sacrarium for the upcoming service.

Conversation

Have you ever visited the sacrarium in that old church downtown?

No, I haven't been there yet. What's it like?

It's really beautiful and peaceful, with a lot of history.

Sounds interesting! I should definitely check out the sacrarium soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sacrarium is derived from "sacer" (meaning sacred or holy) and the suffix "-arium" (meaning a place for). The word refers to a place that is set apart for sacred purposes, often used in a religious context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sacred' to remember that a 'sacrarium' is a special place dedicated to holy purposes.

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