Meaning & use

liver

noun·Academic

A large organ in the abdomen that filters blood, removes toxins, and produces substances needed for digestion.

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Excessive alcohol consumption over many years can damage the liver.

The doctor ordered a blood test to check her liver function.

A note on using this word

Liver is also eaten as food in many cuisines, a separate but related everyday sense.

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