| Credence (credence) |
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| n. | (kr***emacr]"dens) |
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| Cre"dence |
| [LL. credentia, fr. L.
credens, -entis, p. pr. of credere to trust,
believe: cf. OF. credence. See Creed, and cf.
Credent, Creance.]
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Reliance of the mind on evidence of
facts derived from other sources than personal knowledge; belief;
credit; confidence.
That which gives a claim to credit,
belief, or confidence; as, a letter of credence.
The small table by the
side of the altar or communion table, on which the bread and wine
are placed before being consecrated.
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.
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| Credence (credence) |
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| v. t. | |
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| Cre"dence |
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To give
credence to; to believe.
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