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Definitions from the WebReliquaryDescriptionA reliquary is a container or shrine used to hold and display religious relics, particularly in the context of Christianity. These relics are typically physical remains or objects associated with saints or holy figures. Reliquaries are important symbols of veneration and devotion in many religious traditions. ExamplesNoun - Object1. The beautiful gold reliquary housed a fragment of bone believed to be from a revered saint. 2. The church proudly displayed a reliquary containing a piece of the True Cross. Noun - Container1. The relics were securely stored in a reliquary behind the altar. 2. Visitors marveled at the ornate reliquaries in the museum's special exhibition. Related Products | ||||
relinquish, antonyms for the word relinquish relinquish relinquishe relinquished relinquishing relinquishment reliouslly reliquary reliquish relisation relise relish relished relishes relishing relistening
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