Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
windpipe
Noun
/ˈwɪn(d)ˌpaɪp/
Definition
The windpipe is the tube that carries air to and from the lungs.
Examples
- The windpipe is an essential part of the respiratory system.
- If the windpipe becomes obstructed, it can lead to serious breathing difficulties.
- Doctors may perform surgery on the windpipe to correct any issues such as tracheal stenosis.
Meaning
It serves as a passage for air; connecting the throat (larynx) with the bronchi of the lungs.
Synonyms
- Trachea
- Airway
- Respiratory tube
