meaning of relic
1. That which remains; that which is left after loss or decay; a remaining portion; a remnant.
2. The body from which the soul has departed; a corpse; especially, the body, or some part of the body, of a deceased saint or martyr; -- usually in the plural when referring to the whole body.
3. Hence, a memorial; anything preserved in remembrance; as, relics of youthful days or friendships.
4. something of sentimental value
Related Words
relic | relicly | relict | relicted | reliction |
