Kidney
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɪdni/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kidney is a noun meaning An organ in the body that filters the blood, producing urine.
Meaning
An organ in the body that filters the blood, producing urine.
More Meanings
- This organ (of an animal) cooked as food.
- (figuratively, dated) Constitution, temperament, nature, type, character, disposition. (usually used of people)
- (obsolete, slang) A waiter.
Example Sentences
Millions in the World of this Man's Kidney
[…] think of that, – a man of my kidney, – think of that, […]
The liver and the kidneys of animals have long been gastronomically popular for their aphrodisiac properties.
I shall not want Honour in Heaven For I shall meet Sir Philip Sidney And have talk with Coriolanus And other heroes of that kidney.
Word Forms
- kidneys
Synonyms for kidney
Depending on context, synonyms include rein, nephros, ren.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include renal, liver, hepatic, dialysis, dose, giraffe.
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