CREDENCE

n. v.

5 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

Reliance of the mind on evidence of facts derived from other sources than personal knowledge; belief; credit; confidence. To give credence to the Scripture miracles. Trench. An assertion which might easily find credence. Macualay.

2.
n.

That which gives a claim to credit, belief, or confidence; as, a letter of credence.

3.
n.

The small table by the side of the altar or communion table, on which the bread and wine are placed before being consecrated.

4.
n.

A cupboard, sideboard, or cabinet, particularly one intended for the display of rich vessels or plate, and consisting chiefly of open shelves for that purpose.

5.
v.

To give credence to; to believe. [Obs.]


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