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nervation

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A pattern of nerves, e.g. as seen on a leaf.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • His parchment skin eerily displayed a blood-red nervation.

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Ultimately from Latin nervus (“nerve, sinew”), perhaps via French nervation.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: nervatuur — pattern of nerves
  • French: nervation — pattern of nerves