NERVES

6 letters 9 Scrabble points /nɛɾvz/

Definition of NERVES

noun
  1. A bundle of neurons with their connective tissue sheaths, blood vessels and lymphatics.

    "The nerves can be seen through the skin."

  2. A neuron.

  3. A vein in a leaf; a grain in wood

    "Some plants have ornamental value because of their contrasting nerves."

Related words: balls brashness brazenness
verb
  1. To give courage.

    "May their example nerve us to face the enemy."

  2. To give strength; to supply energy or vigour.

    "The liquor nerved up several of the men after their icy march."

Source: Wiktionary

Word Details

Letters N E R V E S
Length 6 letters
Scrabble Score 9 points

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