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UK/["/ˈlɪvə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈlɪvər/"]/

Meaning of Liver

a large organ in the body that cleans the blood and produces bile

In simple words: A large organ in the body that helps clean the blood and make important substances.

Liver in a sentence

  • **liver disease**
  • He had a **liver transplant** at the age of 12.
  • a nationwide appeal for a donor liver
  • bile acids returning to the liver
  • cirrhosis of the liver
  • enzymes in the liver
  • liver and onions
  • chicken livers

How to use Liver

Used commonly in medical contexts or when talking about food (like liver as a dish). Not usually used in casual conversation unless relevant. Avoid using in informal contexts unless referring to food.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'liver' as a busy 'liver' (to live) doing its job in the body!

Related words

Collocations with Liver

  • diseased
  • enlarged
  • fatty
  • cancer
  • cirrhosis
  • damage
  • in the liver
  • of the liver
  • to the liver
  • chopped
  • chicken
  • goose
  • pâté

Synonyms for Liver

Opposites of Liver

  • non-liver

Common mistakes with Liver

  • Confused with 'liver' and 'liver' (verb form incorrectly used).
  • Often misspelled as 'liver' when discussing the organ.
  • Mispronounced as 'liver' instead of the correct pronunciation.

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Frequently asked questions about Liver

What does Liver mean?

A large organ in the body that helps clean the blood and make important substances.

What is the definition of Liver?

a large organ in the body that cleans the blood and produces bile

How do you use Liver in a sentence?

**liver disease**

Can you give another example of Liver?

He had a **liver transplant** at the age of 12.

What are synonyms for Liver?

Common alternatives include hepatocyte, organ, gland.

What is the opposite of Liver?

Opposite meanings include non-liver.

What words go with Liver?

It commonly pairs with diseased, enlarged, fatty, cancer, cirrhosis, damage, in the liver, of the liver, to the liver, chopped, chicken, goose, pâté.

What are common mistakes when using Liver?

Confused with 'liver' and 'liver' (verb form incorrectly used). Often misspelled as 'liver' when discussing the organ. Mispronounced as 'liver' instead of the correct pronunciation.

How do you pronounce Liver?

US: /["/ˈlɪvər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈlɪvə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Liver?

Used commonly in medical contexts or when talking about food (like liver as a dish). Not usually used in casual conversation unless relevant. Avoid using in informal contexts unless referring to food.

What CEFR level is Liver?

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