nef
noun
\ˈnef\
Definition of nef
-s
1 obsolete : nave
2 : a 16th century clock in the form of a ship having mechanical devices to illustrate astronomical movements
3 : an ornamental table utensil (as for holding a napkin, knife, and spoon) shaped like a ship
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Origin and Etymology of nef
French, nave, boat-shaped vessel, from Medieval Latin navis — more at nave
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