Definition

A tube in the body that connects the throat to the lungs, allowing air to pass through.

Example

The doctor explained that the trachea is essential for breathing.

Conversation

I just learned that the trachea is also known as the windpipe.

Really? I had no idea it had another name.

Yeah, it makes sense since it carries air to the lungs.

Exactly! Our bodies are pretty amazing, aren't they?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trachea → It is derived from the Greek word "tracheia" (meaning rough or windpipe). The term refers to the rough, tube-like structure that carries air to the lungs.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for rough, 'tracheia', to remember that the trachea is the rough tube that carries air.

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