Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Sinew (-s)
sinceritysing (-eth, -ing, -s, sang, sung)
sinew (-s), n. [OE.]
- Ligament; insides; flesh and blood; internal organs and muscles; [fig.] emotions; feelings.
- Muscle; nerve; tendon.
- Brawn; [fig.] power; strength; intense energy.
- Physical support; [metonymy] arm; [fig.] aid; help; service; back up.
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