malleus

[US]/'mælɪəs/
[UK]/'mælɪəs/
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Translation

n.a small bone in the middle ear that transmits sound vibrations; a term used in veterinary medicine for a specific condition in horses
Word Forms
Pluralmalleuss

Phrases & Collocations

malleus bone

malleus maleficarum

malleus function

malleus anatomy

malleus structure

malleus movement

malleus position

malleus role

malleus damage

malleus repair

Example Sentences

the malleus is one of the three tiny bones in the ear.

damage to the malleus can lead to hearing loss.

the malleus works in conjunction with the incus and stapes.

doctors examine the malleus during ear examinations.

the malleus is essential for sound transmission.

infections can affect the malleus and other ear structures.

the malleus is also known as the hammer bone.

understanding the function of the malleus is important in audiology.

malformations of the malleus can cause various ear issues.

research on the malleus helps improve hearing aids.

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