ord Root Definition/Meaning Word Root Definition/Meaning
alveol(o) through, channel, cavity.
Pertains to alveolus.
pleur(o) pleura
bronch(o) bronchus pneum(o) lung, air
bronchi(o) bronchioles pneumon(o) lung
laryng(o) larynx pulm(o) lung
lob(o) lobe, rounded prominence pharyng(o) pharynx
nas(o) nose thorac(o) chest
-pnea breathing or breath    

Respiratory Specialties