ETYM Latin asylum, Greek, exempt from spoliation, inviolable; a priv. + sylon right of seizure.
1. A sanctuary or place of refuge and protection, where criminals and debtors found shelter, and from which they could not be forcibly taken without sacrilege.
2. Any place of retreat and security.
3. An institution for the protection or relief of some class of destitute, unfortunate, or afflicted persons. + prikaži više

1. A place near the fire or hearth
2. Home

1. Where one lives; SYN. place.
2. An environment offering affection and security
3. An institution where people are cared for; SYN. nursing home, rest home.
4. Place where something began and flourished
5. The country or state or city where one lives

ETYM Old Eng. hous, hus, as. hus.
1. A dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families.
2. A building in which something is sheltered or located.
3. An official assembly having legislative powers.
4. Aristocratic family line.
5. Play in which children take the roles of father or mother or children and pretend to interact like adults.
6. The audience gathered together in a theatre or cinema.
7. The members of a religious community living together. + prikaži više