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gall meaning and definition

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GALL noun

Definition of gall (noun)

  1. an open sore on the back of a horse caused by ill-fitting or badly adjusted saddle
  2. a skin sore caused by chafing
  3. abnormal swelling of plant tissue caused by insects or microorganisms or injury
  4. a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
  5. a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats
  6. the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties

GALL verb

Definition of gall (verb)

  1. become or make sore by or as if by rubbing
  2. irritate or vex
    • "It galls me that we lost the suit"
    • synonyms: irk
Source: Princeton University Wordnet

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