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Relic

Definition

(formal) An object, custom, or idea that remains from an earlier time; a remnant or survivor of a past era. Often used to describe something that is no longer in common use or is considered old-fashioned.

Example Sentences

1The museum curator carefully preserved the ancient relic, a golden amulet discovered in the tomb of a pharaoh.
2The tradition of wearing a top hat to formal events is a relic of a bygone era, but it still holds a certain nostalgic charm.
3The old, abandoned factory stood as a relic of the town's industrial past, a reminder of the economic decline that had ravaged the community.
4The language of the ancient civilization was a relic of a long-forgotten culture, but linguists were still able to decipher its meaning.
5The old, worn-out shoes were a relic of her hiking trip, a reminder of the many miles she had traveled and the challenges she had overcome.

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