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Definition relic in British English

relic noun

[countable] noun
/ˈrelɪk/
1

an object from the past that has been kept

Example

fascinating relics of mining history

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antiquarian antiquarian antique
1.1

a part of a holy person's body or clothing that is kept after their death because of its religious importance

Synonyms and related words
aureole burnt offering frankincense
2

something such as a system or rule that remains from an earlier time or situation

Example

The ban on fund-raising activities is a relic from the previous administration.

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aged ageing age-old
3

a piece of evidence or a sign of something that has existed or happened recently

Example

A few dirty glasses were the only relics of the night before.

Synonyms and related words
evidence sign suggestion
Definition relic in British English