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UK/["/ˈkɪdni/"]/US/["/ˈkɪdni/"]/

Meaning of Kidney

either of the two organs in the body that remove waste products from the blood and produce urine

In simple words: A kidney is a bean-shaped organ in the body that helps clean the blood and make urine.

Kidney in a sentence

  • a kidney infection
  • steak and kidney pie

How to use Kidney

Used in medical contexts, discussions about health, or anatomy. Avoid in casual conversation unless the topic is health-related.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'kid' in 'kid-ney' as a young bean — it’s shaped like a kidney bean!

Related words

Collocations with Kidney

  • kidney disease
  • kidney function
  • kidney transplant
  • kidney stones

Synonyms for Kidney

  • renal organ
  • kidney bean

Opposites of Kidney

Common mistakes with Kidney

  • Confused with 'liver' – the liver has a different function.
  • Mispronounced as 'kidneigh' instead of 'kid-nee'.

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Frequently asked questions about Kidney

What does Kidney mean?

A kidney is a bean-shaped organ in the body that helps clean the blood and make urine.

What is the definition of Kidney?

either of the two organs in the body that remove waste products from the blood and produce urine

How do you use Kidney in a sentence?

a kidney infection

Can you give another example of Kidney?

steak and kidney pie

What are synonyms for Kidney?

Common alternatives include renal organ, kidney bean.

What is the opposite of Kidney?

Opposite meanings include heart, lung.

What words go with Kidney?

It commonly pairs with kidney disease, kidney function, kidney transplant, kidney stones.

What are common mistakes when using Kidney?

Confused with 'liver' – the liver has a different function. Mispronounced as 'kidneigh' instead of 'kid-nee'.

How do you pronounce Kidney?

US: /["/ˈkɪdni/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkɪdni/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Kidney?

Used in medical contexts, discussions about health, or anatomy. Avoid in casual conversation unless the topic is health-related.

What CEFR level is Kidney?

"Kidney" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.