bronchiolar

/brɒŋkiˈoʊlər, -ˈɒlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the bronchioles, the smallest air passages in the lungs.

“The bronchiolar infection required immediate medical attention.”

2. noun

a bronchiolar, especially one of the tiny air passages in the lungs.

“The bronchiolar was visible under the microscope.”

Synonyms

  • bronchiole
  • terminal bronchiole

Antonyms

  • pulmonary