Meaning of the word organisms in English

What does organisms mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

organisms

US /ˈɔːrɡəˌnɪzəm/
UK /ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

Noun

an individual animal, plant, or single-celled life form

Example:
Microscopic organisms are essential for many ecosystems.
Bacteria are single-celled organisms.