| 单词 | spleen |
| 释义 | spleen (once / 2240 pages) 1n 2n The spleen is an organ that's about the size of a fist, located on the left side, just below the ribcage. Don't let its small size fool you. This little organ is very important in helping the body fight infection. The spleen is responsible for removing old red blood cells and producing and storing a reserve of blood in case the body needs it. It's a little organ, measuring little more than four inches in length. The term "vent your spleen" is one you might see used. It means to vent your anger, as spleen is another word for bad temper or spite. WORD FAMILYspleen: spleens, splenetic, splenic+/splenetic: splenetically USAGE EXAMPLESIt also delayed the deterioration of the animals’ kidneys and spleens and kept their hearts beating at a sprightly pace. Science Magazine(Dec 15, 2016) Tyree died from internal bleeding and suffered significant liver and spleen damage. The Guardian(Dec 10, 2016) Body temperature rises, and immune cells move from the lymph nodes, spleen, the walls of blood vessels, and the bone marrow into the bloodstream. New York Times(Dec 07, 2016) 1 n a large dark-red oval organ on the left side of the body between the stomach and the diaphragm; produces cells involved in immune responses 2Syn|Hyper lien lymphatic tissue, lymphoid tissue tissue making up the lymphatic system n a feeling of resentful anger Syn|Hyper irascibility, quick temper, short temper bad temper, ill temper a persisting angry mood |
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