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Definition of Nave
1. Noun. The central area of a church.
Definition of Nave
1. n. The block in the center of a wheel, from which the spokes radiate, and through which the axle passes; -- called also hub or hob.
2. n. The middle or body of a church, extending from the transepts to the principal entrances, or, if there are no transepts, from the choir to the principal entrance, but not including the aisles.
Definition of Nave
1. the main part of a church [n -S]
Medical Definition of Nave
1. 1. The block in the center of a wheel, from which the spokes radiate, and through which the axle passes; called also hub or hob. 2. The navel. Origin: AS. Nafu; akin to D. Naaf, G. Nabe, OHG. Naba, Icel. Nof, Dan. Nav, Sw. Naf, Skr. Nabhi nave and navel: cf. L. Umbo boss of a shield. 260. Cf. Navel. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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