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creed
n.
1 a set of principles or opinions, esp. as a philosophy of life (his creed is moderation in everything).
2 a (often the Creed) = Apostles' Creed (see APOSTLE). b a brief formal summary of Christian doctrine (cf. NICENE CREED, Athanasian Creed). c the Creed as part of the Mass.
Derivatives:
credal adj. creedal adj.
Etymology: OE creda f. L CREDO

Useful english dictionary. 2012.