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Meaning of bronchi
The primary meaning of the word "bronchi" refers to the air passages in the lungs.
Etymology of bronchi
The word "bronchi" originates from the Greek word "bronchos," meaning "windpipe" and is related to the verb "brychanein" which means "to breathe."
Historically, the term has been used in medical and anatomical contexts to describe the air passages in the lungs.
Synonyms
airways
tubes
passages
ducts
vessels
conduits
channels
canals
bronchioles
trachea
lungs
respiratory system
respiratory tract
nasal passages
sinuses
throat
esophagus
windpipe
gas exchange systems
breathing tubes
respiratory organs
pulmonary system
Definitions
- The bronchi are the air passages in the lungs that branch off from the trachea, leading to the bronchioles and ultimately to the alveoli where gas exchange occurs.
- * In anatomy, the term "bronchi" is used to describe the larger airways that divide into smaller bronchioles.
Usage Examples
- The doctor examined the patient's bronchi to determine the cause of the respiratory issue.
- * The bronchi are a critical part of the respiratory system, responsible for transporting air in and out of the lungs.
Antonyms
blockages
obstructions
constrictions
narrowings
closures
stoppages
impediments
hindrances
restrictions
limitations
constraints
impediments
blockages
occlusions
stenoses
strictures
compressions