kidney

• Organe pair du corps qui filtre le sang pour éliminer les déchets et produire l'urine.

A noun referring to one of a pair of organs in the body that filter waste products from the blood and produce urine.

1. B1formalmedical

   One of two bean-shaped organs in the body that filter waste from the blood and produce urine.

   rein

   • The surgeon successfully removed the damaged kidney.
   • Drinking plenty of water helps keep your kidneys healthy.
   • He was diagnosed with a kidney infection.

2. B2informalbritishculinary

   The kidney of an animal, used as food.

   Rognon (aliment)

   • She ordered steak and kidney pie at the pub.
   • Kidneys are often grilled or fried for breakfast.
   • The recipe calls for lamb kidneys.