shrine
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Definition
A shrine is a special place, often a small building or structure, that is set apart for religious purposes such as worship, prayer, or honoring someone or something sacred.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to a religious or spiritual site, but can also mean a place honoring a famous person. Common collocations: 'visit a shrine', 'build a shrine', 'family shrine'. Not the same as 'temple'—a shrine is often smaller or more specific.
Example Sentences
The family built a small shrine in their home.
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People bring flowers to the shrine every day.
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There's a famous shrine on top of that mountain.
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Many tourists stop at the shrine to take pictures and make wishes.
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She keeps photos of her grandparents at a little shrine in her bedroom.
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We visited a shrine in the city.
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