The Collaborative International Dictionary
Bronchocele \Bron"cho*cele\, n. [Gr. ?; ? windpipe + ? tumor.] (Med.) See Goiter.
Wiktionary
n. (context medicine English) goitre
Wikipedia
A bronchocele is a segment of bronchus that is filled with mucus and completely enclosed so the mucus cannot drain out. This segment is usually dilated. It is also called bronchial mucocele. If there is no obstruction to the flow of mucus, it is called mucoid impaction of bronchus. Bronchocele results from obstruction of bronchus. Overproduction of mucus can also contribute. Obstruction could be from scarring, tumor, congenital atresia, etc.
Usage examples of "bronchocele".
The characteristics of this form of idiocy are an enlarged thyroid gland constituting a goitre or bronchocele, a high-arched palate, dwarfed stature, squinting eyes, sallow complexion, small legs, conical head, large mouth, and indistinct speech.