Definition of gall
(Entry 1 of 4)
gall
verb
galled; galling; galls
Definition of gall (Entry 2 of 4)
2
: to fret and wear away by friction : chafe
the loose saddle galled the horse's back the galling of a metal bearing
gall
noun (2)Definition of gall (Entry 3 of 4)
: an abnormal outgrowth of plant tissue usually due to insect or mite parasites or fungi and sometimes forming an important source of tannin — see gall wasp illustration
gall
noun (3)Definition of gall (Entry 4 of 4)
1a
: a skin sore caused by chronic irritation
b
: a cause or state of exasperation
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The first known use of gall was before the 12th century
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