Credence — Defs

01 n. Reliance of the mind on evidence of facts derived from other sources than personal knowledge; belief; credit; confidence.

1.
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.” — Macaulay.
2.
That which gives a claim to credit, belief, or confidence; as, a letter of credence.
3.
The small table by the side of the altar or communion table, on which the bread and wine are placed before being consecrated.(Eccl.)
4.
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.

02 v. t. To give credence to; to believe.