Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

innards

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