respiratory tract

noun

plural respiratory tracts
: a system of organs functioning in respiration and in humans consisting especially of the nose, nasal passages, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs : respiratory system see lower respiratory tract, upper respiratory tract

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These bacteria can damage the lining of the respiratory tract, including the throat, windpipe, and lungs. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024 Understanding mucus's role in the respiratory tract is essential for appreciating how Mucinex works. Alex Yampolsky, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2024 Medically known as mycoplasma pneumonia, this is a bacteria that causes respiratory tract infections, LaPook explained, adding there can be a range of no symptoms to mild and severe symptoms. Sara Moniuszko, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2024 Summary Antibiotics may be prescribed during pregnancy to treat infections such as UTIs or respiratory tract infections. Erika Prouty, Verywell Health, 4 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for respiratory tract 

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of respiratory tract was in 1842

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“Respiratory tract.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/respiratory%20tract. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

respiratory tract

noun
: a system of organs functioning in respiration and in humans consisting especially of the nose, nasal passages, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and lungs : respiratory system see lower respiratory tract, upper respiratory tract
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