Adytum

Ad·y·tum

Adytum

n.

pl. Adyta

[L., fr. Gr. , n., fr. , a., not to be entered; 'a priv. + to enter.]

The innermost sanctuary or shrine in ancient temples, whence oracles were given. Hence: A private chamber; a sanctum.

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