trachea

/ˈtrækiə/

Definitions

1. noun

the main airway of the respiratory system, extending from the larynx down to the bronchi, through which air passes in and out of the lungs.

“The doctor examined the patient’s trachea to check for any damage caused by the accident.”

Synonyms

  • airway
  • windpipe

Antonyms

  • oxygen supply