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windpipe Definition

wind·pipe (wind′pīp′)

noun

trachea (sense )

windpipe Synonyms

windpipe

n.

airpipe, bronchus, trachea; see throat.

windpipe Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • enter: There is then a danger of saliva, blood, or sick entering the windpipe.
  • irritate: This is due to the refluxed acid irritating the windpipe.