Definition of respiratory tract in English:
respiratory tract
Pronunciation /ˈresp(ə)rəˌtôrē/ /ˈrɛsp(ə)rəˌtɔri/ /rəˈspīrəˌtôrē trakt/ /rəˈspaɪrəˌtɔri trækt/
noun
The passage formed by the mouth, nose, throat, and lungs, through which air passes during breathing.
as modifier ‘respiratory tract infections’
- ‘As powder is inhaled, it can sensitize an individual through the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract.’
- ‘These fumes are toxic and may have irritating effects on mucous membranes of the respiratory tract and eyes.’
- ‘The common cold is a contagious viral infection of the upper respiratory tract affecting the nose and the throat.’
- ‘The herb's primary internal application is a supportive therapy for colds and chronic infections of the respiratory tract and lower urinary tract.’
- ‘Ozone is a toxic gas which in large quantities can cause irreversible damage to lung tissue and the respiratory tract.’