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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
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First Known Use of BREATHING TUBE

1969
Medical Dictionary

breathing tube

noun

Medical Definition of BREATHING TUBE

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