Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
traqueia
noun
/trəˈkiː.ə/
Definition
The trachea, or windpipe, is a tube that connects the throat to the lungs, allowing air to pass in and out of the respiratory system.
Examples
- The trachea branches into two bronchi that lead to the lungs.
- Diseases affecting the trachea can lead to breathing difficulties.
- During intubation, a tube is placed into the trachea to assist with breathing.
Meaning
The main airway that facilitates breathing by transporting air to and from the lungs.
Synonyms
- Windpipe
- Air passage
- Respiratory tract