Kidney Definition & Meaning

kidney
noun
  1. either of two bean-shaped excretory organs that filter wastes (especially urea) from the blood and excrete them and water in urine; "urine passes out of the kidney through ureters to the bladder"

"Kidney" in song lyrics

See how kidney is used in real songs:

  • "Pre-stork land shark business, cradling the arms of the car man kidney"
    Aesop Rock — Mars Attacks
  • "I murder mittiney, ??? thumpin and puncturing kidney"
    Bizarre f/ D12 — Nuthin at All
  • "My homie took a bullet in the kidney"
    C-Bo f/ Pizzo — Ghetto Flight

Usage tips for "kidney"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "kidney" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for kidney to find words that pair well.

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