fistulous

adjective

fis·​tu·​lous ˈfis-chə-ləs How to pronounce fistulous (audio)
ˈfish-
1
: of, relating to, or having the form or nature of a fistula
2
: hollow like a pipe or reed

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of fistulous was in the 15th century

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fistulous

adjective
fis·​tu·​lous -ləs How to pronounce fistulous (audio)
: of, relating to, or having the form or nature of a fistula
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