(1):

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

(2):

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

(3):

(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.

(4):

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

(5):

(v. t.) To give credence to; to believe.