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windpipe

/ˈwɪndpaɪp/ noun · British & US
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What does windpipe mean?

noun

The tube that carries air to and from the lungs, extending from the throat to the bronchi. The tube that carries air to and from the lungs.

Example

"The doctor examined the patient's windpipe to diagnose the respiratory problem."

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