nerve

🇬🇧 UK/nә:v/🇺🇸 US
NGSL 3kGREB2

Definitions

n.

A bundle of fibers in the body that transmits signals between the brain and other parts; courage or boldness

神经;勇气;胆量

v.

To give courage or strength to oneself or another

鼓起勇气;给予力量

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
nerveother
=nerve

Common Collocations

  • 1.nerve damage神经损伤
  • 2.nerve ending神经末梢
  • 3.have the nerve胆敢

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The surgeon carefully avoided the nerve during the delicate operation.

  • 2.

    You need the nerve to stand up for your beliefs despite pressure.

  • 3.

    She lost her nerve and decided not to take the risk at the last moment.

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