Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
) An expression used at the end of prayers, and meaning, So be it. At the end of a creed, it is a solemn asseveration of belief. When it introduces a declaration, it is equivalent to truly, verily. Amended (imp. & p. p.) of Amend. Amending (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Amend. Amends (n. sing. & pl.) Compensation for a loss or injury; recompense; reparation.