Brain
/breɪn/
Definitions
2 meaningsThe organ in the head that controls the body's functions and thoughts.
/breɪn/
The organ of thought and intelligence.
She used her brain to solve the complex problem.
💡 Simply: The part of your head that helps you think.
More Examples
A concussion can cause damage to the brain.
How It's Used
"The surgeon carefully examined the patient's brain."
"I've been racking my brain trying to solve this puzzle."
Exceptional intelligence or mental ability.
/breɪn/
Intelligence or mental ability.
That company has some of the best brains in the industry.
💡 Simply: Being smart.
More Examples
She's got a brilliant brain!
How It's Used
"He's got brains, but he lacks common sense."
Idioms & expressions
Pick someone's brain
To ask someone for information or advice.
"I'm going to pick your brain about your trip to Japan."
From Old English *brægen, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch brein and German Gehirn.
The word 'brain' has been used in a similar sense to its modern usage for centuries, referring to the organ of thought and intelligence.
Memory tip
Think of 'brain' as the boss of your body.
Word Origin
"The brain itself"