MALLEOLAR

Etymology

Adjective

malleolar (not comparable)

Of or relating to the malleolus.

Source: Wiktionary


Mal*le"o*lar, a. Etym: [See Malleolus.] (Anat.)

Definition: Of or pertaining to the malleolus; in the region of the malleoli of the ankle joint.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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