Nerve ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Nerve ( noun )

1. A bundle of fibrous tissue in the body that transmits impulses of sensation, motion, and secretion to and from the brain and spinal cord.
2. The ability to remain calm and unafraid in difficult situations.
3. Boldness or audacity.

Origin:

From latin nervus "sinew, tendon", from proto-indo-european *h1ner- "sinew, tendon".

Examples:

1. He pinched a nerve in his back.
2. She has a lot of nerve asking for more money.
3. The nerve impulse travels from the spinal cord to the muscle.
4. She showed a lot of nerve in that situation.
5. He lacks the nerve to stand up to his boss.

(As a verb)

Nerve ( verb )

1. A bundle of fibrous tissue in the body that transmits impulses of sensation, motion, and secretion to and from the brain and spinal cord.
2. The ability to remain calm and unafraid in difficult situations.
3. Boldness or audacity.

Origin:

From latin nervus "sinew, tendon", from proto-indo-european *h1ner- "sinew, tendon".

Examples:

1. He pinched a nerve in his back.
2. She has a lot of nerve asking for more money.
3. The nerve impulse travels from the spinal cord to the muscle.
4. She showed a lot of nerve in that situation.
5. He lacks the nerve to stand up to his boss.