1. Plural of cath; short for catheters, medical tubes inserted into the body to deliver fluids or medications or to drain fluids.
Usage: informal, medical; commonly used in healthcare settings

Examples

• The nurse checked the patient's caths to ensure they were properly positioned.
• The hospital uses sterile caths for all cardiac procedures.
• Doctors inserted several caths to monitor the patient's condition.
• The patient required multiple caths during the intensive care stay.