Nave

n. [A-S. nafu, L. Ger. nave, D. nave, naaf, Dan. nav, Sw. naf, Fr. nef, O. H. Ger. napa, naba, N. H. Ger. nabe, allied to Skr. nābhi, nave and navel, Per. nāf, navel.] The piece of timber or other material in the center of a wheel, in which the spokes are inserted, and through which the axle passes; — called also hub or hob.

n. [Fr. nef, It. & Sp. nave, from Lat. navis, ship.] (Arch.) The middle or body of a church, extending from the choir to the principal entrance; the part between the wings, or aisles.