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lung

 
 
pronunciation:
luhng
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part of speech: noun
definition: one of two organs in the chest that are used in breathing. Lungs are found in mammals, birds, reptiles, and some other animals. They bring oxygen to the body and get rid of carbon dioxide.
Running is good exercise for the heart and lungs.
 
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