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Definition

To go down the trachea (windpipe) in one's throat instead of the esophagus (the tube in the throat for swallowed food and fluids), typically resulting in coughing or choking.

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In Context

  • "She took a big drink of milk and it went down the wrong way. She was coughing for the next two minutes."
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Also Said As

  • go down the wrong pipe
  • go down the wrong throat
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