Meaning of the word "bronchial tube" in English

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bronchial tube

US /ˈbrɑːŋ.ki.əl ˌtuːb/

UK /ˈbrɑːŋ.ki.əl ˌtuːb/

any of the major air passages of the lungs that diverge from the trachea

Example:

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Inflammation of the bronchial tubes can lead to bronchitis.

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Air travels through the bronchial tubes to reach the lungs.

Synonym:

bronchus airway

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