Definition

In a manner related to the bronchial tubes, which are the air passages that lead from the trachea to the lungs.

Example

The doctor explained how the infection affected the lungs bronchially.

Conversation

I heard that breathing exercises can help you feel better bronchially.

Really? I didn't know they could affect your bronchial health.

Yeah, it's interesting how our lungs work in a bronchially effective way with deep breaths.

I should definitely try those exercises then, thanks for the tip!

Root Explanation

Bronchially → It is formed from "bronchus" (from Greek "bronchos", meaning windpipe or airway) and "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "bronchially" refers to something that is related to or in the manner of the bronchus or airways.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'bronchus' which refers to the airways, and remember that 'bronchially' means in a manner related to those airways.

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