nounDownload🔗ShareA single lobe of an insect's maxilla.Examples:"While examining the grasshopper under the microscope in biology class, Maria carefully pointed to the insect's mala, one of the jaw-like parts used for feeding. "biologyanatomyinsectpartorganismChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounDownload🔗ShareThe grinding surface of an insect's mandible.Examples:"The entomologist pointed out the beetle's mala under the microscope, explaining how its ridged surface helps it chew through tough plant matter. "anatomyinsectpartanimalbiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounDownload🔗ShareA bead or a set of beads commonly used by Hindus and Buddhists for keeping count while reciting, chanting, or mentally repeating a mantra or the name or names of a deity.Examples:"While meditating, she held her mala and moved one bead for each repetition of the mantra. "religionritualChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading