Organic: meaning, definitions and examples
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organic
[ ɔːˈɡænɪk ]
food production
Related to or derived from living matter. Organic food is grown without the use of synthetic pesticides or fertilizers.
Synonyms
biological, eco-friendly, natural
Examples of usage
- Many people prefer to buy organic fruits and vegetables.
- Organic farming is becoming more popular due to its environmental benefits.
chemistry
Of, relating to, or denoting compounds containing carbon-based molecules. Organic chemistry is the study of the structure, properties, and reactions of organic compounds.
Synonyms
carbon-based, hydrocarbon, organic compound
Examples of usage
- She is majoring in organic chemistry at the university.
- The lab is conducting research on new organic compounds.
Translations
Translations of the word "organic" in other languages:
🇵🇹 orgânico
🇮🇳 जैविक
🇩🇪 organisch
🇮🇩 organik
🇺🇦 органічний
🇵🇱 organiczny
🇯🇵 有機 (ゆうき)
🇫🇷 organique
🇪🇸 orgánico
🇹🇷 organik
🇰🇷 유기농 (유기농)
🇸🇦 عضوي (ʿuḍwī)
🇨🇿 organický
🇸🇰 organický
🇨🇳 有机 (yǒujī)
🇸🇮 organski
🇮🇸 lífrænn
🇰🇿 органикалық
🇬🇪 ორგანული (organuli)
🇦🇿 üzvi
🇲🇽 orgánico
Word origin
The word 'organic' originated from the Greek word 'organikos', meaning 'of or pertaining to an organ or instrument'. In the 17th century, it was used in the context of living organisms and their organs. The modern sense of 'organic' as related to natural, unprocessed, or chemical-free products emerged in the late 19th century with the rise of organic farming practices. Today, the term is widely used in various fields such as agriculture, chemistry, and food production.
See also: organ, organism, organist, organization, organize, organized, organizer, organizes, organs.