organic
//ɔːrˈɡænɪk//
Adjective
Relating to or derived from living matter; containing carbon compounds produced by living organisms.
Organic matter in soil helps plants grow.
(of food or farming methods) Produced or involving production without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents.
I always buy organic vegetables from the local farmers market.
Relating to a bodily organ or organs.
The doctor diagnosed an organic disease affecting the liver.
Characterized by continuous or natural development; forming an integral element of a whole.
The company's growth was organic, developing naturally over many years.
(chemistry) Relating to or denoting compounds containing carbon, especially those found in living organisms.
Organic compounds contain carbon atoms bonded to hydrogen.
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Food produced by organic farming methods.
I always buy organic at the farmers market.