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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

spleen

/ˈspliːn/ noun · British & US
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What does spleen mean?

noun

An organ in the abdominal cavity that filters the blood and stores red blood cells. It is also used figuratively to refer to a person's emotions or feelings, especially those related to anger or resentment.

Example

"The doctor ordered an ultrasound to check the spleen after the patient complained of abdominal pain."

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