liver

nouns

large and complicated reddish-brown glandular organ located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity; secretes bile and functions in metabolism of protein and carbohydrate and fat; synthesizes substances involved in the clotting of the blood; synthesizes vitamin A; detoxifies poisonous substances and breaks down worn-out erythrocytes

liver

is derived from

livery

is a part of

the system that makes food absorbable into the body

digestive system, gastrointestinal system, systema alimentarium, systema digestorium

is a part of

the organs and tissues involved in circulating blood and lymph through the body

cardiovascular system, circulatory system

is a type of (narrower)

a main organ that is situated inside the body

internal organ, viscus