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rhonchus

 

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Noun rhonchus has 1 sense
  1. rhonchus - a sound like whistling or snoring that is heard with a stethoscope during expiration as air passes through obstructed channels
    --1 is a kind of
    noise

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Rhonchus

Noun (Medical): A respiratory sound characterized by a continuous or intermittent snoring or rattling noise during breathing, caused by the obstruction of airflow in the lungs or airways. It is often associated with certain respiratory conditions such as bronchitis or asthma.

Example Sentence: The doctor diagnosed the patient with bronchitis after hearing the distinctive rhonchus during a physical examination.


Noun (Zoology): A clicking, grating, or squeaking sound produced by certain species of insects, especially during their mating rituals.

Example Sentence: The male crickets emitted loud rhonchi in an attempt to attract a mate in the warm summer nights.


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