reliquiae

[ ri-lik-wee-ee ]

noun(used with a plural verb)
  1. remains, as those of fossil organisms.

Origin of reliquiae

1
From Latin, dating back to 1825–35; see origin at relic

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reliquiae

/ (rɪˈlɪkwɪˌiː) /


pl n
  1. archaic fossil remains of animals or plants

Origin of reliquiae

1
C19: from Latin: remains

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