Definitions

1. noun

either of the two organs in the chest that take in oxygen and expel carbon dioxide during breathing

“The doctor examined her lungs after she contracted pneumonia.”

2. noun

the air-filled cavity or space within the body of an animal

“The diver’s lungs expanded with air as she descended into the depths of the ocean.”

3. noun

a part of a machine or device that contains compressed air or gas

“The scuba tank has a lung that stores compressed air for breathing.”

4. verb

to breathe or inhale air

“The diver’s lung was pumping air rapidly as he swam to the surface.”

5. verb

to inflate or fill with air

“The balloon lunged and then began to deflate slowly.”

6. verb

to move or strike suddenly and swiftly

“The fish lunged at the baited hook, but managed to escape.”