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1. (n.) reliquary
a repository or receptacle for relics.
Etymology: (1650–60; < MF reliquaire < ML reliquiārium= L reliqui(ae) remains (see relic ) +-ārium -ary)
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1. (noun) reliquary
a container where religious relics are stored or displayed (especially relics of saints)
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1. (noun) reliquary
a depositary, often a small box or casket, in which relics are kept
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1. reliquary
name given to a portable shrine or case for relics of saints or martyrs; they assumed many forms, and were often rich in material and of exquisite design.
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