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lung

The correct spelling is lung.

How to pronounce lung

/ˈlʌŋ/
noun

IPA: /ˈlʌŋ/

Say it like: Lun-g

The correct spelling is lung. A biological organ of vertebrates that controls breathing and oxygenates the blood. For example: "He hasn't the lungs to play long rallies like he use to."

Usage Examples

He hasn't the lungs to play long rallies like he use to.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A biological organ of vertebrates that controls breathing and oxygenates the blood.
  2. 2.(plural) Capacity for exercise or exertion; breath.
  3. 3.That which supplies oxygen or fresh air, such as trees, parklands, forest, etc., to a place.

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