Phrase guide

fistulous withers

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Inflammation of the serous bursa of withers in horses which bursts outside, creating a fistula.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: plural, singular

Topics: biology, equestrianism, hobbies, horses, lifestyle, medicine, natural-sciences, pathology, pets, sciences, sports, veterinary, zoology

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Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

a chronic inflammation of the withers of a horse

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: fistula

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: animal disease

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: mal de garrot — fistulous inflammation of withers bursa
  • Walloon: må d' warot — fistulous inflammation of withers bursa