Creed /(krēd)/

Creed

n.
  1. A definite summary of what is believed; esp., a summary of the articles of Christian faith; a confession of faith for public use; esp., one which is brief and comprehensive.
    In the Protestant system the creed is not coordinate with, but always subordinate to, the Bible.
  2. Any summary of principles or opinions professed or adhered to.
    I love him not, nor fear him; there's my creed.

Phrases & Compounds
Apostles' creed
See under Apostle, Athanasian, Nicene.

Creed

v. t.
  1. To believe; to credit. [Obs.]
    That part which is so creeded by the people.