credence table

noun

1. a small sideboard, originally one at which food was tasted for poison before serving
2. Christianity a small table or ledge on which the bread, wine, etc, are placed before being consecrated in the Eucharist

Example Sentences

Within will be observed a squint, an ancient credence table in the chancel, and a stoup in the vestry.

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At the east end are traces of an altar and credence table, and close by is a piscina.

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The High Altar, the credence table, and sedilia, are excellent examples of modern work.

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The credence table, of somewhat elaborate design, is of carved oak with a marble top.

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The chancel rails are of modern oak, slightly carved; and there is a deal credence table.

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