Definition & Meaning of "Gall"

gall

/ɡˈɔːl/

/ˈɡɔɫ/

a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats

a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties

abnormal swelling of plant tissue caused by insects or microorganisms or injury

a skin sore caused by chafing

an open sore on the back of a horse caused by ill-fitting or badly adjusted saddle

to irritate someone deeply, often by showing disrespect or by behaving in a way that is offensive

become or make sore by or as if by rubbing

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