B2 noun Neutral

organic

/ɔːrˈɡæn.ɪks/

Refers to food, materials, or substances produced without the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or other artificial agents. As a noun, it often denotes organic products, especially food or waste matter derived from living organisms.

Examples

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1

Many people are willing to pay a premium for organics at the supermarket.

Many people are willing to pay a premium for organics at the supermarket.

2

The municipality has introduced a separate collection bin for household organics.

The municipality has introduced a separate collection bin for household organics.

3

I'm trying to eat more organics to stay healthy.

I'm trying to eat more organics to stay healthy.

Word Family

Noun
organics
Verb
organize
Adverb
organically
Adjective
organic
Related
organism
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Memory Tip

Think of 'ORGans'—just as organs are the natural parts of a living body, 'organics' are the natural products of living things.

Quick Quiz

The city council encourages residents to separate their _____ from plastic and paper for composting.

Correct!

The correct answer is: organics

Examples

1

Many people are willing to pay a premium for organics at the supermarket.

everyday

Many people are willing to pay a premium for organics at the supermarket.

2

The municipality has introduced a separate collection bin for household organics.

formal

The municipality has introduced a separate collection bin for household organics.

3

I'm trying to eat more organics to stay healthy.

informal

I'm trying to eat more organics to stay healthy.

4

The decomposition of soil organics is essential for nutrient cycling in the ecosystem.

academic

The decomposition of soil organics is essential for nutrient cycling in the ecosystem.

5

The store's revenue increased by 20% after they expanded their selection of organics.

business

The store's revenue increased by 20% after they expanded their selection of organics.

Word Family

Noun
organics
Verb
organize
Adverb
organically
Adjective
organic
Related
organism

Common Collocations

certified organics certified organics
household organics household organics
soil organics soil organics
premium organics premium organics
bulk organics bulk organics

Common Phrases

certified organic

certified organic

organic growth

organic growth

organic matter

organic matter

Often Confused With

organic vs organ

An organ is a specific body part (like the heart), while organic refers to a method of production or a category of substances.

organic vs organization

An organization is a structured group of people, whereas organic relates to biological or chemical properties.

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Usage Notes

When used as a noun, 'organics' most commonly refers to food items or organic waste in the context of recycling and composting.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often use 'organic' as an adjective only, but in modern waste management and retail, the plural 'organics' is a common noun.

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Memory Tip

Think of 'ORGans'—just as organs are the natural parts of a living body, 'organics' are the natural products of living things.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Greek 'organon', meaning an instrument or tool, later evolving to describe biological structures and natural substances.

Grammar Patterns

Usually used in the plural form when referring to waste or food categories Uncountable when referring to the general concept of organic matter
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Cultural Context

In many Western cultures, 'buying organics' is associated with a healthy lifestyle and environmental consciousness.

Quick Quiz

The city council encourages residents to separate their _____ from plastic and paper for composting.

Correct!

The correct answer is: organics

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A1

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A1

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A1

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threshold

A1

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tribute

A1

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A1

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A1

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southeastern

A1

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