noun Download 🔗Share Nardostachys jatamansi, a flowering plant of the valerian family that grows in the Himalayas, used as a perfume, an incense, a sedative, and an herbal medicine. Examples : "The aroma of nard filled the temple during the morning prayers, creating a peaceful atmosphere. " plant medicine culture substance biology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A fragrant oil from the plant, formerly much prized. Examples : "The small bottle contained nard, a fragrant oil that was once so prized it was worth more than its weight in silver. " plant substance material religion culture history Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share American spikenard (Aralia racemosa), a North American perennial herb with an aromatic root. Examples : "My grandmother uses nard from her garden to make a soothing tea for stomach aches. " plant biology medicine nature vegetable Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (1980s, usually plural) Testicles. Examples : "The soccer ball hit me right in the nards!" body sex anatomy organ Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading