Gall (Noun)
Meaning 1
A skin sore caused by chafing.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The constant rubbing of the backpack strap was starting to cause a painful gall on my shoulder.
- After a few days of new shoes, a gall developed on my heel that made every step uncomfortable.
- The nurse cleaned and dressed the gall on the patient's elbow to help it heal faster.
- The irritation from the eczema cream caused a gall to form on my skin, and I had to discontinue use.
- A gall on the horse's back was a clue to the veterinarian that the saddle wasn't fitting properly.
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Meaning 2
A feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will.
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Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.
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Meaning 3
An open sore on the back of a horse caused by ill-fitting or badly adjusted saddle.
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Nouns denoting natural processes.
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Meaning 4
Abnormal swelling of plant tissue caused by insects or microorganisms or injury.
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Nouns denoting plants.
Meaning 5
The trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties.
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 6
A digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats.
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Nouns denoting body parts.