fistulous

adjective

fis·​tu·​lous ˈfis-chə-ləs 

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

Phrases Containing fistulous

• fistulous withers

Medical Definition

fistulous

adjective

fis·​tu·​lous -ləs 

: of, relating to, or having the form or nature of a fistula