Meaning & use
organ
A part of the body, such as the heart or liver, that performs a specific vital function.
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The heart is an organ that pumps blood throughout the entire body.
Doctors monitored several organs after the surgery to check for complications.
A note on using this word
Organ can also mean a large keyboard musical instrument, especially one found in churches and cathedrals.
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2. noun
A large musical instrument played using one or more keyboards and foot pedals, often found in churches.
The organ filled the cathedral with a deep, resonant sound.
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