relic
noun
UK/ˈrel.ɪk/
US/ˈrel.ɪk/
Definitions of relic noun
- Countable(可數名詞)
An object, custom, or system from the past that has survived.
遺物；遺跡；遺風；遺俗
Archaeologists discovered some relics of an ancient civilization during the excavation.
考古學家在挖掘過程中發現了一些古代文明的遺物。
This law is considered a relic of a past dictatorship.
這項法律被認為是過去獨裁統治的遺物。
Many consider this tradition to be an outdated relic that should be abolished.
許多人認為這個傳統是應該被廢除的過時遺物。
- Countable(可數名詞)
A part of a holy person's body or a personal item of religious significance.
聖骨；聖物；聖徒遺骸
The church displays the relics of a saint for the faithful to venerate.
教堂展示聖徒的聖物供信徒瞻仰。
These relics are believed to possess miraculous powers.
這些聖物被認為擁有神奇的力量。
Pilgrims travel long distances just to see these holy relics.
朝聖者長途跋涉只為一睹這些聖物。