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Organism Definition & Meaning

organism
noun
  1. a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently
  2. a system considered analogous in structure or function to a living body; "the social organism"

"Organism" in song lyrics

See how organism is used in real songs:

  • "speaking, everything in here is on the clock boy. Every atom, organism,"
    Aceyalone — The Thief
  • "Organs, organ systems, organism"
    Dilated Peoples — Triple Optics
  • "Yo, it felt like a prison, the walls was a living organism"
    Gravediggaz — Mommy, What's a Gravedigga? (Cali Mix)

Usage tips for "organism"

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Frequently asked questions

What does organism mean?
a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently a system considered analogous in structure or function to a living body; "the social organism"
What part of speech is organism?
Organism is a noun.
How many definitions does organism have?
Organism has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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