liver
US /ˈlɪv.ɚ/
UK /ˈlɪv.ɚ/
1.
a large glandular organ in the abdomen of vertebrates, involved in many metabolic processes and producing bile.
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The doctor examined his liver for any abnormalities.
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Alcohol abuse can severely damage the liver.
2.
the liver of an animal, used as food.
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She cooked chicken liver with onions.
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Pâté is often made from goose liver.