kidney

/ˈkɪdni/

Definitions

1. noun

either of two bean-shaped organs in the body that filter waste from the blood and produce urine

“The doctor told her to take care of her kidneys after her surgery.”

2. verb

to remove the kidneys from an animal

“The butcher had to kidney the chicken for the recipe.”

3. verb

to deprive of courage, energy, or vitality

“The tough conditions will kidney the hikers, so they must be prepared.”

Synonyms

  • kidney gland
  • renal gland

Antonyms

  • liver