Malleo´lus, n.; pl. malleoli. The enlarged articular surface of the bottom of the tibia; in birds formed by confluence of the two proximal tarsal ossicles.

Mal´leus, n. A bone of the inner ear of mammalia, held by high authority as probably homologous with the Os Quadratum (which see).

Mam´ma, n. Teat.

Mam´mary, a. Pertaining to the teats, or function of lactation.

Man´dible, Mandib´ula, n. Jaw. Properly the under jaw, the upper jaw being maxilla. (11.)

Mandib´ular, a. Pertaining to the under jaw. (Maxillary relates to the upper jaw.)

Manduca´tion, n. Mastication.

Mandu´catory, a. Pertaining to mastication.

Mantle, n. (61.) See Stragulum and Pallium.