Definition of nectar

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nec·tar    (nktr) KEY  

NOUN:

1. A sweet liquid secreted by flowers of various plants, consumed by pollinators, such as hummingbirds and insects, and gathered by bees for making honey.
2. Greek & Roman Mythology The drink of the gods.
3. A delicious or invigorating drink.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Latin, from Greek nektar, drink of the gods; see nek- ¹ in Indo-European roots

OTHER FORMS:
nectar·ous (Adjective)

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