NECTAR


Meaning of NECTAR in English

— 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 ]

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