gallstone

noun

gall·​stone ˈgȯl-ˌstōn 

: a calculus (as of cholesterol) formed in the gallbladder or biliary passages

Examples of gallstone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The scans also spot fatty liver, gallstones and kidney cysts, brain conditions such as stroke or excess fluid, and musculoskeletal issues like disc disease or joint problems. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Sep. 2026

Shapiro says those with dealing with health issues such gallstones or bile duct obstruction, kidney stones, iron-deficiency anemia, and liver disease should consult their doctors. — Nadine El Chaer, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2026

One surgeon proposed a procedure to flush the gallstones from Tighe’s abdomen, which was completed in January 2024. — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 16 July 2026

He was then rushed to a nearby hospital where doctors ruled out gallstones as a cause. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 17 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

gall entry 1 + stone entry 1

First Known Use

1758, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for gallstone

• alone
• atone
• backbone
• bemoan
• bluestone
• breastbone
• brownstone
• capstone
• cheekbone
• condone
• curbstone
• cyclone

Kids Definition

gallstone

noun

gall·​stone ˈgȯl-ˌstōn 

: a hard mass like a pebble that is formed in the gallbladder or bile passages

Medical Definition

gallstone

noun

gall·​stone ˈgȯl-ˌstōn 

: a calculus (as of cholesterol) formed in the gallbladder or biliary passages

called also biliary calculus, cholelith