Nave

·noun The Navel.

II. Nave ·noun The block in the center of a wheel, from which the spokes radiate, and through which the axle passes;

— called also hub or hob.

III. Nave ·noun The middle or body of a church, extending from the transepts to the principal entrances, or, if there are no transepts, from the choir to the principal entrance, but not including the aisles.