English dictionary
nerve
nounPronunciation
nɝv
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- impudent aggressiveness
noun
- the courage to carry on
noun
- any bundle of nerve fibers running to various organs and tissues of the body
verb
- get ready for something difficult or unpleasant
Example sentences
I couldn't believe her boldness
he had the cheek to question my honesty
he kept fighting on pure spunk
you haven't got the heart for baseball