Relic

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛlɪk/

Relic (noun)

  1. an object from the past that has historical or sentimental value
  2. a sacred object associated with a saint or religious figure
  3. something that remains from an earlier time but is no longer used

Examples

  • The museum displayed a relic from ancient times.
  • She found a relic buried in the garden.

Common collocations: ancient relic, discover a relic, sacred relic, venerate a relic, relic of the past

Synonyms of Relic

Formal

Neutral

Informal