nervatura — meaning in English

English meaning

• nerve noun A fiber-like bundle in the body that carries signals between the brain and other parts of the body.
• rib noun One of the curved bones that run from the spine around toward the breastbone, forming the cage that protects the chest.

Senses

nervatura is used for these senses in English:

• nervature (biology) The arrangement of nerves.
• nerve (botany) A vein in a leaf; a grain in wood.
• rib (architectural element) A long, narrow, usually arched member projecting from the surface of a structure, especially such a member separating the webs of a vault
• rib (botany) The main, or any of the prominent veins of a leaf.

nerve — full definition

1. noun A fiber-like bundle in the body that carries signals between the brain and other parts of the body.
2. noun Courage or boldness, especially in a difficult or risky situation.
3. noun Nervousness or anxious tension, especially before something stressful (often plural: "nerves").
4. verb To give someone courage or strength to face something difficult.

rib — full definition

1. noun One of the curved bones that run from the spine around toward the breastbone, forming the cage that protects the chest.
2. noun A cut of meat that still has one or more rib bones in it.
3. noun A supporting structural piece shaped like a rib, such as in a ship's hull, an aircraft wing, or an umbrella.
4. verb To tease someone in a friendly, good-natured way.

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