Definition of «gall»

Gall is a term that can have several meanings depending on its context.

1) In medicine, gall refers to one of the four main types of bile produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder. Gallstones are hardened deposits of this substance that form in the gallbladder or bile ducts.

2) In a more general sense, gall can refer to anger, irritation, or resentment towards someone or something. For example, "He had too much gall to say such things."

3) Gall is also used as a term for courage or bravery in certain contexts. For instance, one might hear the phrase “gall of heroism” which means having great courage and bravery.

Usage examples

  1. It galls me to see how much money they wasted on that unnecessary project.
  2. The politician's lack of integrity and constant lies gall the public.
  3. It galls me to hear people complain about trivial things when there are so many others facing real challenges.
  4. The unfair treatment of employees at that company is starting to gall many of us.
  5. It galls me that he always tries to take advantage of others without feeling any remorse.

Sentences with «gall»

  • Unfortunately, progesterone carries risks of gall bladder disease, certain cancers, hypertension and heart disease. (fullhealthsecrets.com)
  • However, the Hugh James medical negligence team are on hand to help if you are unhappy with the outcome of gall bladder surgery. (hughjames.com)
  • He maintains a niche practice in gall bladder injury and compartment syndrome - related cases, as part of his wider clinical negligence caseload Chambers 2016 (hughjames.com)
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