trachea
Translation
trachea, windpipe
Examples
The doctor examined the patient's trachea.
The doctor examined the patient's trachea.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) trachea a tube in the throat The doctor examined the patient's trachea.
Similar Words
Synonyms: windpipe
Etymology
From Greek 'trakheia' (rough), referring to the feel of the cartilage rings.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the main 'track' for air to travel to the lungs.