what is sinews
sinew (plural sinews) A cord or tendon of the body. A nerve. (figuratively) Muscle; nerve; nervous energy; vigor; vigorous strength; muscular power. A string or chord, as of a musical instrument. (figuratively) That which gives strength or in which strength consists; a supporting member or factor; mainstay; source of strength (often plural). Shakespeare The portion and sinew of her fortune, her marriage dowry. Sir Walter Raleigh The bodies of men, munition, and money, may justly be called the sinews of war. Derived terms . sinewish; sinewless; sinewy; Translations