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Fistulate

//ˈfɪstjʊleɪt// adj, verb

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Hollowed like a fistula. not-comparable
Adjective
  1. 1
    hollow and tube-shaped like a reed wordnet
Verb
  1. 1
    To make or become hollow like a fistula, or pipe. ambitransitive, obsolete

    "a fistulated ulcer"

Etymology

Etymology 1

Compare Latin fistulatus (“furnished with pipes”).

Etymology 2

Compare Latin fistulatus (“furnished with pipes”).

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