noun
nisus
Nisus (noun) means a strong effort or drive to reach a particular goal.
noun
1
A strong effort or drive to reach a particular goal.
2
The urge to mate that some animals, such as birds, feel in spring.
3
(anatomy) The tightening of muscles in the abdomen and diaphragm to help pass waste from the body.
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Etymology
Taken from Latin nīsus, meaning "pressure, exertion".
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of nisus?
"nisus" (noun) means a strong effort or drive to reach a particular goal.
What is another word for nisus?
Other words for "nisus" include strain, striving, pains.
What are the different meanings of nisus?
"nisus" has 3 main meanings: 1. A strong effort or drive to reach a particular goal; 2. The urge to mate that some animals, such as birds, feel in spring; 3. (anatomy) The tightening of muscles in the abdomen and diaphragm to help pass waste from the body.
