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Definition of: liver
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(liv′ər) noun
1. The largest glandular organ of vertebrates, in man situated just under the diaphragm and on the right side: it secretes bile, and is of great importance in metabolism. ♦ Collateral adjective: hepatic.
2. A digestive gland in invertebrates usually functioning as a pancreas, and consisting of cecal tubes.
3. The liver of certain animals, used as food. [OE lifer]
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