Definition

An object or item that has survived from the past, often valued for its historical or sentimental significance.

Example

The museum displayed a relic from ancient Egypt that fascinated all the visitors.

Conversation

Have you ever seen the old church downtown?

Yeah, I went there last week, and it had some amazing relics.

Really? What kind of relics did they have?

They had some ancient artifacts and even a piece of a saint's clothing!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Relic → It originates from Latin 'reliquiae' (meaning remains or leftovers). A relic refers to something that remains from the past, often with historical or sentimental significance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'remains' from the Latin root 'reliquiae' to remember that a relic is something that is left over from the past.

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