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nerve

/nɜːrv/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does nerve mean?

noun, verb

A nerve is a bundle of nerve fibers that transmit signals to and from the brain and spinal cord. To have nerve means to have courage or confidence.

Example

"She had to have nerve to stand up to her boss and ask for a raise."

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