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relic
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ʁɨˈlikjɐ/re·lí·qui·a
Definitions
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An object considered holy because it belonged to, or was part of, a saint or martyr.
Usage examples
“The monastery houses a relic of Saint Anthony.”
“Relics are often kept in ornate containers called reliquaries.”
Common combinations
holy relicreligious relicsacred relicrelic container
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A surviving object from a past age, valued for its historical interest or sentimental association.
Usage examples
“That typewriter is a relic from the early 20th century.”
“The museum is full of relics from the war.”
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Antonyms
Common combinations
family relichistorical relicancient relicvaluable relic