melatope

/mɛləˈtoʊpi/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term that refers to a place of rest or refuge, especially for travelers or weary individuals.

“The weary traveler stumbled upon a secluded melatope, where she could finally rest her exhausted body.”

Synonyms

  • haven
  • refuge
  • sanctuary

Antonyms

  • dangerspot
  • hazard
  • peril