organ donor
An 'organ donor' is crucial for saving lives through the transplantation of organs and tissues to those in need.
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Definition
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(general)A person who provides their organs for transplantation to another individual.
Example
- She decided to become an organ donor to help those in need of transplants.
- The hospital honored the organ donor who saved multiple lives through their generous act.
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(general)Someone who consents to have their organs used for transplantation or research after their death.
Example
- He signed up to be an organ donor on his driver's license.
- Organ donors provide a critical source of life-saving transplants.
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