Definition

Having a tubular shape or structure, similar to a pipe or hollow tube.

Example

The plant's leaves were fistulous, resembling hollow tubes.

Conversation

Have you seen those plants with fistulous stems in the garden?

Yeah, they look pretty interesting, almost like they're hollow inside.

I wonder if they grow faster because of their fistulous structure.

That could be true! It's fascinating how nature works.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fistulous → It is derived from the Latin word "fistula" (meaning pipe or tube) combined with the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of or having the quality of). The word "fistulous" describes something that is tube-like or hollow, resembling a pipe.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'pipe' ('fistula') when you hear 'fistulous' — it helps you remember that it refers to something that is hollow or tube-like.

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