Definition

A thin, tube-like tool used by doctors to look inside the air passages of the lungs.

Example

The doctor used a bronchoscope to examine the patient's lungs for any abnormalities.

Conversation

I heard you had to get a procedure done at the hospital.

Yeah, they used a bronchoscope to check my lungs.

That sounds intense! Was it uncomfortable?

Not really, just a bit strange to have that thing in there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bronchoscope → It is formed from "broncho-" (from Greek "bronchos", meaning windpipe or airway) and "-scope" (from Greek "skopein", meaning to look or examine). The word "bronchoscope" refers to an instrument used to look inside the windpipe and air passages.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bronchos' as relating to the windpipe and 'scope' as meaning to look. This helps you remember that a bronchoscope is a tool for examining the airways.

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