noun
- the plural of malleolus; the bony prominences on either side of the ankle
Usage: medical; anatomy
Examples
- The doctor examined both malleoli for signs of fracture.
- Swelling around the malleoli indicated a possible sprain.
- The lateral and medial malleoli form the ankle joint.
- X-rays showed no damage to the malleoli after the fall.
- Pain in the malleoli can result from overuse injuries.
- The surgeon repaired the fractured malleoli with metal plates.