Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
innards
noun
/ˈɪnərdz/
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Definition
The internal organs of a person or animal, especially those in the abdomen.
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Examples
- The chef carefully removed the innards of the fish before cooking.
- The mechanic examined the innards of the machine to diagnose the problem.
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Meaning
In a broader sense, innards can refer to the inner workings or components of something.
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Synonyms
- guts
- intestines
- entrails
- insides
- insides