/mas.to.i.da.le/; /mas.toi.da.le/ (Italian pronunciation)

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the mastoid process, a bony projection behind the ear.

“The mastoidale part of the skull is particularly prone to fractures in car accidents.”

2. adjective

derived from or relating to the mastoid process or the mastoid bone.

“The mastoidale tissue behind the ear is often affected in cases of mastoiditis.”