Meaning & use

organ

noun·Everyday

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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