Illustration of respiratory system
- 1 nostril
- 2 nose
- 3 nasal cavity
- 4 nasopharynx
- 5 oropharynx
- 6 larynx
- 7 trachea
- 8 bronchus
- 9 lung
respiratory system
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 tract
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Adding moisture to the air feels so good for the skin and respiratory system.
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Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 27 Nov. 2024
Nasal passages also humidify the air, which is better for the respiratory system.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
When burning scented candles, do so in small doses to avoid headaches or irritation of the respiratory system or eyes.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
Sulfur dioxide, a toxic gas emitted during volcanic eruptions, can irritate the respiratory system, the eyes and skin, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Ty Roush, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 27 Nov. 2024
Nasal passages also humidify the air, which is better for the respiratory system.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 22 Nov. 2024
When burning scented candles, do so in small doses to avoid headaches or irritation of the respiratory system or eyes.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024
Sulfur dioxide, a toxic gas emitted during volcanic eruptions, can irritate the respiratory system, the eyes and skin, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
—Ty Roush, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for respiratory system
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“Respiratory system.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/respiratory%20system. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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