CREDENCE
\kɹˈɛdəns], \kɹˈɛdəns], \k_ɹ_ˈɛ_d_ə_n_s]\
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Reliance of the mind on evidence of facts derived from other sources than personal knowledge; belief; credit; confidence.
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That which gives a claim to credit, belief, or confidence; as, a letter of credence.
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The small table by the side of the altar or communion table, on which the bread and wine are placed before being consecrated.
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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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To give credence to; to believe.
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By William Dodge Lewis, Edgar Arthur Singer
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