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Definition of thrush
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: any of numerous small or medium-sized birds of an oscine family (Turdidae, the thrush family) or in some classifications a subfamily (Turdinae of the family Muscicapidae) which are mostly of a plain color often with spotted underparts and many of which are excellent singers
thrush
noun (2)Definition of thrush (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: a disease that is caused by a fungus (Candida albicans), occurs especially in infants and children, and is marked by white patches in the oral cavity
broadly
: candidiasis
vaginal thrush
2
: a suppurative disorder of the feet in various animals (such as a horse)
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“Thrush.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thrush. Accessed 15 Jun. 2021.
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thrush
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Kids Definition of thrush
: a usually brown bird that has a spotted breast and a melodious song
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Medical Definition of thrush
1
: a disease that is caused by a fungus of the genus Candida (C. albicans), occurs especially in infants and children, and is marked by white patches in the oral cavity
broadly
: candidiasis
vaginal thrush
2
: a suppurative disorder of the feet in various animals (as the horse)
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