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relic
1. n. That which remains; that which is left after loss or decay; a remaining portion.
2. n. Something old and outdated, possibly kept for sentimental reasons.
3. n. (religion) A part of the body of a saint, or an ancient religious object, kept for veneration.
4. v. (transitive, uncommon, often of guitars) To cause (an object) to appear old or worn, to distress.

Example Sentences

But holiness surely is a relic of the past?  The relic from the sacred well has been blasphemed!

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