Bronchi
noun
The bronchi are the two major air passages that branch off the trachea and lead into the lungs, facilitating airflow.
The doctor examined the patient's bronchi for signs of infection.

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main bronchi, right bronchus, left bronchus
noun
The bronchi are essential for conducting air to and from the lungs for gas exchange.
During the cold, the bronchi can become inflamed, making it hard to breathe.

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bronchial tubes, bronchial passages, bronchial tree
noun
The bronchi are the two major air passages that branch off the trachea and lead into the lungs, facilitating airflow.
The doctor examined the patient's bronchi for signs of infection.

Usage tips
Neutral
main bronchi, right bronchus, left bronchus
noun
The bronchi are essential for conducting air to and from the lungs for gas exchange.
During the cold, the bronchi can become inflamed, making it hard to breathe.

Usage tips
Neutral
bronchial tubes, bronchial passages, bronchial tree
Definition 1 of 2

Medical Context
In medical discussions, 'bronchi' often appears when describing conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
'Patients with asthma experience narrowing of the bronchi.'
Anatomical Reference
In anatomy, understanding the structure and function of the bronchi is essential for studying the respiratory system.
'The bronchi branch from the trachea at an angle called the carina.'
Breathing Difficulties
Commonly discussed in the context of breathing difficulties or respiratory illnesses.
'Smoking can lead to damage in the bronchi, causing breathing problems.'
Medical Context
In medical discussions, 'bronchi' often appears when describing conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
'Patients with asthma experience narrowing of the bronchi.'
Anatomical Reference
In anatomy, understanding the structure and function of the bronchi is essential for studying the respiratory system.
'The bronchi branch from the trachea at an angle called the carina.'
Breathing Difficulties
Commonly discussed in the context of breathing difficulties or respiratory illnesses.
'Smoking can lead to damage in the bronchi, causing breathing problems.'
Medical Context
In medical discussions, 'bronchi' often appears when describing conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
'Patients with asthma experience narrowing of the bronchi.'
Anatomical Reference
In anatomy, understanding the structure and function of the bronchi is essential for studying the respiratory system.
'The bronchi branch from the trachea at an angle called the carina.'
Breathing Difficulties
Commonly discussed in the context of breathing difficulties or respiratory illnesses.
'Smoking can lead to damage in the bronchi, causing breathing problems.'
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