inorganic
adjective
in·or·gan·ic
ˌin-(ˌ)ȯr-ˈga-nik 
1
a(1)
: being or composed of matter other than plant or animal : mineral
(2)
: forming or belonging to the inanimate world
b
: of, relating to, or dealt with by a branch of chemistry concerned with substances not usually classed as organic
2
: not arising from natural growth : artificial
also
: lacking structure, character, or vitality
dull inorganic things, without individuality or prestige —
John Buchan
John Buchan Examples of inorganic in a Sentence
producing energy from inorganic materials
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Jessie Schiewe, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025
As the initial inorganic nature of Macy’s dialogue moves forward, Ayinde finds a certain comfort level and begins to fight harder within her character.
—David John Chávez, Mercury News, 22 May 2025
One recent study by researchers at Michigan State University looked at the average levels of inorganic arsenic in white and brown rice sold in the United States.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 May 2025
Fluoride is an inorganic, tooth health-boosting mineral that helps prevent cavities and strengthens teeth.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 17 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for inorganic
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“Inorganic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inorganic. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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inorganic
adjective
in·or·gan·ic
ˌin-ˌȯr-ˈgan-ik
1
: being or composed of matter that does not come from plants or animals either alive or dead : mineral
2
: of or relating to a branch of chemistry concerned with substances that contain little or no carbon
Medical Definition
inorganic
adjective
in·or·gan·ic
ˌin-ˌȯr-ˈgan-ik
1
a
: being or composed of matter other than plant or animal
an inorganic heart
b
: forming or belonging to the inanimate world
2
: of, relating to, or dealt with by a branch of chemistry concerned with substances not usually classified as organic
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