patencynoun [ U ]
uk/ˈpeɪ.tən.si//ˈpæt.ən.si/specializedthe state of being open:
It is important that airway patency is maintained, so that the patient can continue breathing.
Thesaurus: synonyms and related words
Open and closed
- airtight
- ajar
- barred
- closed
- crack
- gaping
- hermetic
- hermetically sealed
- latch
- open
- outspread
- sealed
- shut
- to
- undone
- watertight
- wide-eyed