bronchi

The doctor points to the bronchi on the anatomical chart.

Definition

Noun (plural of bronchus): - Anatomy: "bronchi" are the two main branches of the trachea (windpipe) that lead into the lungs. They are the primary airways that carry air to and from the lungs.

Usage Examples

• (The two main air passages in the lungs.)
• (Swelling of the airway branches.)

Advanced Usage

• "Main bronchi": the primary left and right branches of the trachea.

  • The left main bronchus is slightly narrower and longer than the right. (The specific anatomical structure.)

• "Bronchial tree": the branching system of bronchi and bronchioles within the lungs.

  • The bronchial tree resembles an upside-down tree, with the trachea as the trunk and bronchi as the main branches. (The entire airway network.)

Variants and Related Words

• Bronchus (n, singular): one of the two main branches of the trachea.

  • A single bronchus leads to one lung. (The singular form of bronchi.)

• Bronchial (adj): relating to the bronchi.

  • Bronchial asthma is a common condition affecting the airways. (Pertaining to the bronchi.)

• Bronchiole (n): smaller branches of the bronchi within the lungs.

  • The bronchioles end in tiny air sacs called alveoli. (Smaller airway passages.)

Synonyms

• Air passages: general term for tubes that carry air.
• Respiratory tubes: anatomical term for structures involved in breathing.

Related Idioms

• No common idioms: "bronchi" is a technical anatomical term and does not appear in everyday idiomatic expressions.