U.D.

Letters placed after the names of Lodges or Chapters which have not yet received a Warrant or of Constitution. They signify Under Dispensation. In the United States when a Lodge is started it is known as being Under Dispensation and after a certain time has elapsed and the members are found worthy they receive a regular Charter.

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