1. Noun
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.
2. Noun
A genus scrophulariaceous plants; the speedwell. See Speedwell.
3. Noun
any plant of the genus Veronica
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