n 1  :  a disease that is caused by a fungus of the genus Candida (C. albicans), occurs esp. in infants and children, and is marked by white patches in the oral cavity : broadly  :  CANDIDIASIS <vaginal >   2  :  a suppurative disorder of the feet in various animals (as the horse) .
 
 
 
Published under license with Merriam-Webster, Incorporated.  © 1997-2024.