B2noun 2K

Organ

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈɔːɡən/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈɔːrɡən/"]/

Meaning of Organ

a part of the body that has a particular purpose, such as the heart or the brain; part of a plant with a particular purpose

In simple words: A part of the body that has a specific function, like heart or lungs.

Organ in a sentence

• The heart is a vital organ that pumps blood throughout the body.
• She played a beautiful melody on the organ during the church service.
• In biology, an organ is a part of an organism that performs a specific function.
• He donated his kidney, which is a crucial organ for filtering blood.
• The city has an organ that is over a century old and still functional.
• Musicians often study music theory to better understand how to play the organ.
• The lungs and liver are important organs that support respiration and metabolism.
• The organ in the symphony hall has pipes that create powerful sounds.

How to use Organ

Used in both medical and general contexts. In casual conversation, 'organ' can refer to musical instruments or an important part of a system.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'body organ' as a 'key organ' that plays an important role in life.

Related words

Collocations with Organ

• internal
• bodily
• important
• donate
• transplant
• harvest
• donation
• donor
• transplant
• pipe
• electric
• Hammond™
• pedal
• pipe
• stop
• pipe
• electric
• Hammond™
• pedal
• pipe
• stop
• central
• major
• administrative

Synonyms for Organ

• part
• component
• instrument
• organism
• system

Opposites of Organ

• dysfunction
• disorder

Common mistakes with Organ

• Confused with 'organism' which refers to living things.
• Using 'organs' as a verb incorrectly, not acknowledging its noun form only.
• Assuming 'organ' pertains only to body parts, missing broader meanings.

Frequently asked questions about Organ

What does Organ mean?

A part of the body that has a specific function, like heart or lungs.

What is the definition of Organ?

a part of the body that has a particular purpose, such as the heart or the brain; part of a plant with a particular purpose

How do you use Organ in a sentence?

The heart is a vital organ that pumps blood throughout the body.

Can you give another example of Organ?

She played a beautiful melody on the organ during the church service.

What are synonyms for Organ?

Common alternatives include part, component, instrument, organism, system.

What is the opposite of Organ?

Opposite meanings include dysfunction, disorder.

What words go with Organ?

It commonly pairs with internal, bodily, important, donate, transplant, harvest, donation, donor, transplant, pipe, electric, Hammond™, pedal, pipe, stop, pipe, electric, Hammond™, pedal, pipe, stop, central, major, administrative.

What are common mistakes when using Organ?

Confused with 'organism' which refers to living things. Using 'organs' as a verb incorrectly, not acknowledging its noun form only. Assuming 'organ' pertains only to body parts, missing broader meanings.

How do you pronounce Organ?

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

When should I use Organ?

Used in both medical and general contexts. In casual conversation, 'organ' can refer to musical instruments or an important part of a system.

What CEFR level is Organ?

"Organ" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.