viscera

/ˈvɪsərə/

Definitions

1. noun

the internal organs of an animal, especially the digestive organs.

“The surgeon carefully removed the patient’s damaged viscera to prevent infection.”

2. noun

the innermost, most essential, or vital part of something.

“The heart of the company’s success was the innovative product design.”

3. noun

the inner or innermost part of a plant or animal.

“The flower’s viscera contained a delicate network of reproductive cells.”

Synonyms

  • innards
  • intestines
  • organs

Antonyms

  • exterior
  • outward