Re*li"ance (-ans), n. [From
Rely.] 1. The act of relying, or the
condition or quality of being reliant; dependence; confidence; trust;
repose of mind upon what is deemed sufficient support or
authority.
In reliance on promises which proved to be of
very little value.
Macaulay.
2. Anything on which to rely; dependence;
ground of trust; as, the boat was a poor reliance.
Richardson.