fistulous

• Veraltetes Adjektiv, das sich auf eine Fistel beziehend oder einer Fistel ähnelnd bedeutet; im übertragenen Sinne auch für etwas Hohles oder Röhrenförmiges verwendet.

An obsolete adjective meaning relating to or resembling a fistula; also used in a figurative sense to describe something hollow or tube-like.

1. Relating to a fistulaC2formalmedical

   Of, pertaining to, or resembling a fistula, which is an abnormal connection between two body parts.

   Fistel betreffend

   • The surgeon identified a fistulous tract during the operation.
   • Fistulous connections can develop between the intestine and the bladder.
   • The patient was diagnosed with a fistulous condition requiring treatment.

   Synonymefistularfistulate

2. Hollow and tube-shapedC2formalscientific

   Having a hollow, tube-like shape, similar to a reed.

   Hohl und röhrenförmig

   • The plant's stem is fistulous, allowing water to flow through easily.
   • Certain grasses have fistulous structures that aid in nutrient transport.
   • The fistulous nature of the bone made it lightweight yet strong.

   Synonymefistulartubular

   Antonymecompactdensesolid