organism
noun
a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently
Synonymsbeinga system considered analogous in structure or function to a living body
“the social organism”
Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University
Organism meaning
What does “organism” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.
“organism” is a noun with 2 meanings. Its most common meaning is: a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently.