1. plural of croup: a respiratory condition in children causing a harsh cough and difficulty breathing
Usage: medical
2. plural of croup: the hindquarters of a horse, especially the area behind the saddle
Usage: equestrian

Examples

• The pediatrician diagnosed several cases of croups during the winter months.
• Parents should watch for the distinctive barking cough that characterizes croups.
• The veterinarian examined the croups of all the horses in the stable.
• Well-developed croups are important for a horse’s jumping ability.
• The riding instructor pointed out the different conformations of the horses’ croups.
• Steam treatments can help relieve the symptoms of croups in young children.