bodily organ — a part of the body that has a specific function, such as the heart, lungs, liver, or kidneys
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a part of the body that has a specific function, such as the heart, lungs, liver, or kidneys
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈbɑːdɪli ˈɔːrɡən/
Example Sentences
- My doctor said my bodily organs are in excellent condition, except for my brain which apparently needs a software update.
- Regular exercise helps maintain the health of all bodily organs.
- The medical students had to memorize the functions of every bodily organ, which made them appreciate their bodies like a well-organized office building.
bodily organ
NOUN[/ˈbɑːdɪli ˈɔːrɡən/]
a part of the body that has a specific function, such as the heart, lungs, liver, or kidneys
The surgeon carefully lifts a bodily organ from the patient during transplant surgery.
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Origin
Bodily derives from Old English 'bodig' (body), while organ originates from Ancient Greek 'organon' (tool, instrument). The term evolved metaphorically to describe the functional structures within the body, comparing biological systems to mechanical instruments performing specialized tasks.
Breakdown
bodily: body (Old English bodig, physical form) + -ly (adjective suffix, meaning 'of or pertaining to'). organ: from Greek organon (tool, instrument, device), ultimately from ergon (work, function).
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“My doctor said my bodily organs are in excellent condition, except for my brain which apparently needs a software update.”
“Regular exercise helps maintain the health of all bodily organs.”
“The medical students had to memorize the functions of every bodily organ, which made them appreciate their bodies like a well-organized office building.”
“Damage to any major bodily organ can seriously affect overall health.”
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