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A nerve helps the body feel touch.
What does Nerve mean?
A nerve carries body messages, or nerve can mean courage.
Dictionary definition
A thin part of the body that carries messages between the brain and the body; also courage in a difficult moment.
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It took nerve to speak in front of the class.
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The diagram showed how nerves send messages through the body.
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What does nerve mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to nerve?
In one common use, nerve can mean courage.
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Which sentence uses nerve correctly?
Nerve can be used in body science contexts.
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MeaningNerve means A nerve carries body messages, or nerve can mean courage.
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Synonyms
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body fiberA simple science description for a nerve.
courageUse for the figurative meaning of nerve.
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fearA feeling that can contrast with courage.
calmA steady feeling, sometimes contrasted with nervous energy.
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A nerve carries body messages, or nerve can mean courage.
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Nerve does not always mean nerve carries body messages. In some sentences, it means nerve can mean courage.
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