breathing tube


breathing tube

noun

Definition of BREATHING TUBE

: a tube inserted (as through the nose or mouth) into the trachea to maintain an unobstructed passageway especially to deliver oxygen or anesthesia to the lungs

First Known Use of BREATHING TUBE

1969

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