nerve
//nɜːv//
Noun
nerveSingular
nervesPlural
1
A bundle of fibers that transmits electrical impulses between the brain or spinal cord and other parts of the body
The doctor explained that the nerve in my arm was damaged.
2
Courage, boldness, or confidence in a difficult situation
It takes nerve to speak in front of a large audience.
3
Anxiety or nervousness; a state of being easily upset or worried
She was suffering from nerves before her big presentation.
4
Audacity or impudence; brazen behavior
He had the nerve to ask for a raise after being late every day.
Verb
1
To give strength, courage, or confidence to someone
She nerved herself to face the difficult situation.