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nerve
/nɛɾv/
noun
A bundle of neurons with their connective tissue sheaths, blood vessels and lymphatics.
"The nerves can be seen through the skin."
A neuron.
A vein in a leaf; a grain in wood
"Some plants have ornamental value because of their contrasting nerves."
verb
To give courage.
"May their example nerve us to face the enemy."
To give strength; to supply energy or vigour.
"The liquor nerved up several of the men after their icy march."
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