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Veronica (n.)

A portrait or representation of the face of our Savior on the alleged handkerchief of Saint Veronica, preserved at Rome; hence, a representation of this portrait, or any similar representation of the face of the Savior. Formerly called also Vernacle, and Vernicle.

Veronica (n.)

A genus scrophulariaceous plants; the speedwell. See Speedwell.