How many letters does the top answer for “another word for sanctuary” have?

The most common answer is bema (4 letters).

Crossword clue: another word for sanctuary

2 answers found in Letterora's clue database (Wikidata facts, Open Trivia DB, WordNet and Webster definitions — all licensed sources).

bema 4 letters gen-syn

area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing

chancel 7 letters gen-syn

area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing

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