Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tracheo
Prefix
/ˈtreɪ.ki.oʊ/
Definition
A prefix relating to the trachea, the airway that connects the throat to the lungs.
Examples
- Tracheotomy: A surgical procedure that involves making an incision in the trachea to facilitate breathing.
- Tracheobronchial: Relating to both the trachea and the bronchi, the main passageways into the lungs.
Meaning
The term ‘tracheo’ is often used in medical contexts to describe something pertaining to the trachea or windpipe.
Synonyms
- Windpipe-related
- Airway-associated
