Something that remains from an earlier time.
The ancient tree is a relict of the forest that once covered the area.
这棵古树是曾经覆盖该地区的森林的遗存。
A person who is left behind after others have died.
After losing her spouse, she became a relict, living alone in their old home.
在失去配偶后,她变成了遗孀,独自在他们的老家生活。