"Credence" is a word in ENGLISH
To give credence to; to believe.
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.
The small table by the side of the altar or communion
table, on which the bread and wine are placed before being consecrated.
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 beauty of today may not be realised until it becomes tomorrow’s memory
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Following some duty overseas, the officers at the Fort were planning a welcome home party and dance for the unit. Being an all male combat force, they decided to request coeds from some of the surrounding colleges to attend. The Captain called Vassar and was assured by the Dean that arrangements could be made to send over a dozen of their most trustworthy students. The Captain hesitated, then said, "Would it also be possible to send a dozen or so of the other kind?"
A credence table; -- so called by the Eastern or Greek Church.
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