What is the meaning of gall?

noun

  • An open sore on the back of a horse caused by ill-fitting or badly adjusted saddle.
  • A skin sore caused by chafing.
  • Abnormal swelling of plant tissue caused by insects or microorganisms or injury.
  • A feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will.
  • A digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats.
  • The trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties.

verb

  • Become or make sore by or as if by rubbing.
  • Irritate or vex.
    • usage: "It galls me that we lost the suit"
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