a gliding joint between the distal ends of the tibia and fibula and the proximal end of the talus
"The surgeon explained that repairing the ankle required precise realignment of the gliding joint where the shinbone, calf bone, and footbone meet."
The skeletal joint which connects the foot with the leg; the uppermost portion of the foot and lowermost portion of the leg, which contain this skeletal joint.
"She twisted her ankle while trying to catch the ball during the game."