nard

Nardostachys jatamansi, a flowering plant of the valerian family that grows in the Himalayas, used as a perfume, an incense, a sedative, and an herbal medicine.

A fragrant oil from the plant, formerly much prized.

American spikenard (Aralia racemosa), a North American perennial herb with an aromatic root.

(1980s, usually plural) Testicles.

“The soccer ball hit me right in the nards!”