Definition of "mala" []

• A single lobe of an insect's maxilla. (noun)
• The grinding surface of an insect's mandible. (noun)
• Plural form of malum. (noun)
• A 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. (noun)

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• "Non tuus leuis in mala deditus uir adultera, probra turpia persequens,"
• "There's a reason the Sichuan-style broth is called mala, meaning "numb and spicy.""
• "This particular hot pot stock is also called mala hot pot from what I heard but I am not sure yet until I make it!"