n (context|ecclesiastical law) A formal complaint submitted to a bishop or archdeacon. (defdate|from 16th c.)
n The act of presenting something for acceptance; now specifically, presenting something (e.g. a bill or cheque) for payment. (defdate|from 16th c.)
n (context|now|_|rare) The aspect or form in which something presents itself; appearance. (defdate|from 17th c.)