anklebone

/ˈæŋ.kəl.bən/

Definitions

1. noun

the bone forming the outer part of the ankle joint.

“The doctor examined her anklebone to diagnose the injury.”

2. noun

the malleolus, especially the malleolus lateralis.

“The athlete suffered a fracture of her anklebone during the game.”

Synonyms

  • ankle
  • malleolus