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fistula

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: fistula

1
n
an abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface
2
n
a chronic inflammation of the withers of a horse
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: fistula
1

n an abnormal passage leading from a suppurating cavity to the body surface

Synonyms:
sinus
Type of:
passage, passageway
a path or channel or duct through or along which something may pass
2

n a chronic inflammation of the withers of a horse

Synonyms:
fistulous withers
Type of:
animal disease
a disease that typically does not affect human beings
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