— nectarlike , adj.
/nek"teuhr/ , n.
1. the saccharine secretion of a plant, which attracts the insects or birds that pollinate the flower.
2. the juice of a fruit, esp. when not diluted, or a blend of fruit juices: pear nectar; tropical nectar.
3. Class. Myth. the life-giving drink of the gods. Cf. ambrosia (def. 1).
4. any delicious drink.
[ 1545-55; néktar ]