Definition of "nerve"
- noun
A bundle of neurons with their connective tissue sheaths, blood vessels and lymphatics.
A neuron.
A vein in a leaf; a grain in wood.
Courage, boldness.
Audacity, gall.
Agitation caused by fear, stress or other negative emotion.
Sinew, tendon.
- verb
To give courage; sometimes with "up".
To give strength.
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