KIDNEYS

Definition

KIDNEYS Kidneys are organs in the body that filter waste and excess fluid from the blood to produce urine. Plural: kidneys - more than one kidney -ing: kidneying - the act of filtering waste and excess fluid -ed: kidneyed - having filtered waste and excess fluid -er: kidneyer - a person who filters waste and excess fluid from the blood -est: kidneyest - the most efficient at filtering waste and excess fluid -ly: kidneyly - in a manner

Word Analysis

• Part of Speech: Noun (plural) or Verb (third person singular)
• Word Length: 7 letters
• Pronunciation: Pronounced as written, following standard English pronunciation patterns.

Usage and Context

The word KIDNEYS can be used in various contexts in written and spoken English. As a valid Scrabble word, it represents a legitimate part of the English lexicon. Understanding words like this helps expand vocabulary and appreciation for the diversity and richness of the English language.

Learning Tip

Many words in the Scrabble dictionary originate from specialized fields (such as science, medicine, geography), historical periods, or other languages. Learning these words helps you understand how English has evolved over time and continues to incorporate new terms from around the world. Words like KIDNEYS demonstrate the complexity and richness of English vocabulary.