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roup

noun
\ ˈrüp How to pronounce roup (audio) , ˈrau̇p How to pronounce roup (audio) \

Definition of roup

: any of various respiratory disorders of poultry

Examples of roup in a Sentence

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 The case has become a cause célèbre among evangelical roups, one of the most faithful blocs in the Republican fold. — Jessica Donati, WSJ, "Pompeo Presses Turkey to Release Detained American Pastor," 3 Aug. 2018

First Known Use of roup

circa 1808, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for roup

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roup

noun
\ ˈrüp How to pronounce roup (audio) , ˈrau̇p How to pronounce roup (audio) \

Medical Definition of roup

: any of various respiratory disorders of poultry especially : trichomoniasis sense c

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