organism — a living being, especially one that is extremely small
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a living being, especially one that is extremely small
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɔːrɡənɪzəm/
Example Sentences
- My refrigerator has become a breeding ground for unknown organisms that I'm too scared to identify.
- The human body is a complex organism with trillions of cells working together.
- Scientists study extremophile organisms that can survive in harsh conditions like boiling water.
organism
NOUN[/ˈɔːrɡənɪzəm/]
a living being, especially one that is extremely small
A tiny organism wiggles under the microscope, alive and curious.
Viewing organisms as mechanisms draws criticism!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'organisme' and Modern Latin 'organismus', derived from Greek 'organon' meaning 'tool' or 'instrument', which referred to a living body as an instrument or system of parts working together.
Breakdown
organ- (tool, instrument) + -ism (condition or system of) = organism
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My refrigerator has become a breeding ground for unknown organisms that I'm too scared to identify.”
“The human body is a complex organism with trillions of cells working together.”
“Scientists study extremophile organisms that can survive in harsh conditions like boiling water.”
“My teenage son has evolved into a nocturnal organism that only emerges from his room for pizza.”
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