Word LUNG: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

lung

🇺🇸 [lʌŋ]

Meanings

An organ in the body that is crucial for breathing and respiration. The lungs are responsible for the exchange of gases, specifically oxygen and carbon dioxide, in the bloodstream.

Examples

• She suffered from a lung infection that affected her breathing.
• He quit smoking to improve his lung health.
• The doctor checked his lung function with a breathing test.

Synonyms

respiratory organ • air sac • bronchial system

Antonyms

heart • kidney • liver