airway

[ˈɛrweɪ]

airway Definition

  • 1a passage by which air reaches a person's lungs, especially one of the major passages extending from the nose and mouth to the bronchi.
  • 2a route that airplanes follow across countries or oceans, especially one controlled by air traffic controllers.

Using airway: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "airway" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The doctor cleared the patient's airway so they could breathe more easily.

  • Example

    The airplane was diverted to a different airway due to bad weather.

  • Example

    The air traffic controller directed the pilot to follow a specific airway.

airway Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for airway

Phrases with airway

  • the part of the respiratory system that includes the nose, mouth, pharynx, larynx, and trachea

    Example

    The doctor examined the patient's upper airway for any signs of obstruction.

  • a designated route for commercial air travel between two or more countries

    Example

    The flight followed an international airway from New York to London.

  • a document that accompanies goods shipped by air, containing details of the shipment such as the consignor, consignee, and contents

    Example

    The airway bill was attached to the package for customs clearance.

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Summary: airway in Brief

An 'airway' [ˈɛrweɪ] is a passage by which air reaches a person's lungs, especially one of the major passages extending from the nose and mouth to the bronchi. It can also refer to a route that airplanes follow across countries or oceans, especially one controlled by air traffic controllers. Phrases like 'upper airway' and 'international airway' denote specific types of airways, while 'airway bill' refers to a document accompanying goods shipped by air.