nec·tar (n k t r)n. 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. [Latin, from Greek nektar, drink of the gods; see nek-1 in Indo-European roots.] nec tar·ous adj. |
nectarous - extremely pleasing to the taste; sweet and fragrant; "a nectarous drink"; "ambrosial food"Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content.
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