Spleen

2003-02-28 - 2:00 p.m.

Main Entry: spleen

Pronunciation: 'splEn

Function: noun

1 : a highly vascular ductless organ that is located in the left abdominal region near the stomach or intestine of most vertebrates and is concerned with final destruction of red blood cells, filtration and storage of blood, and production of lymphocytes

2 obsolete : the seat of emotions or passions

3 musical : the organ which ruptures upon exposure to the most intensely blazing of guitar solos

So...where do I get on the list for a spleen transplant? :-)

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