Meaning & use
relics
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Objects, especially of historical, cultural, or religious significance, that have survived from the past.
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The museum displays ancient Roman relics unearthed near the forum.
The cathedral claims to hold relics of the saint in a jeweled reliquary.
A note on using this word
In religious contexts, relics often specifically refers to the physical remains or personal items of a saint, venerated by believers.
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