Etymology

From Old French refuge.

Pronunciation

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• IPA: 'ɹɛfjudʒ

Noun

refuge (plural refuges)

1. A state of safety, protection or shelter
2. A place providing safety, protection or shelter
3. Something or someone turned to for safety or assistance; a recourse or resort

Synonyms

• haven
• sanctuary
• zoar

Derived terms

• refugee
• refugium

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