Kidney
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Either of a pair of organs in the abdominal cavity that filter blood, remove waste products, and regulate fluid balance in the body. Kidneys are essential for maintaining homeostasis and producing urine.
“Regular medical check-ups help monitor kidney function and detect problems early.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈkɪdni/
Syllables
kid·ney
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Synonyms
renal organnephros
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Wordle
Contains vowels I and E; K at start with distinctive -NEY ending.
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Scrabble
Worth 14 points; the K and Y provide good scoring potential.
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