bronchus
/ˈbrɒŋkəs
/noun (plural bronchi /ˈbrɒŋkʌɪ/)
Any of the major air passages of the lungs which diverge from the windpipe.The tumor frequently extended to the adjacent lung parenchyma, bronchi, visceral pleura, and mediastinal soft tissues....
- The airways (trachea, bronchi, bronchioles) are surrounded by a type of involuntary muscle known as smooth muscle.
- With respect to the lungs, formalin was infused through the trachea or mainstem bronchi until the lungs were normally expanded.
Origin
Late 17th century: from late Latin, from Greek bronkhos 'windpipe'.
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