1. (Bot.)
Defn: An East Indian plant (Nardostachys Jatamansi) of the Valerian family, used from remote ages in Oriental perfumery.
2. An ointment prepared partly from this plant. See Spikenard.
3. (Bot.)
Defn: A kind of grass (Nardus stricta) of little value, found in
Europe and Asia.
NARDINE
Nard"ine, a. Etym: [L. nardinus, Gr.
Defn: Of or pertaining to nard; having the qualities of nard.
NARDOO
Nar*doo", n. (Bot.)
Defn: An Australian name for Marsilea Drummondii, a four-leaved cryptogamous plant, sometimes used for food.
NARE
Nare, n. Etym: [L. naris.]