organism
//ˈɔːɡənɪzəm//
Noun
organismSingular
organismsPlural
1
An individual living thing, such as an animal, plant, fungus, or bacterium, that can function independently.
A single-celled organism can survive in extreme environments.
2
A system or organization regarded as analogous to a living being, with interdependent parts working together.
A company is a complex organism where every department plays a vital role.