gall

/gˈɔl/

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Noun
an open sore on the back of a horse caused by ill-fitting or badly adjusted saddle
Noun
a skin sore caused by chafing
Noun
abnormal swelling of plant tissue caused by insects or microorganisms or injury
Noun
a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
Noun
a digestive juice secreted by the liver and stored in the gallbladder; aids in the digestion of fats
Noun
the trait of being rude and impertinent; inclined to take liberties
Verb
become or make sore by or as if by rubbing
Verb
irritate or vex; "It galls me that we lost the suit"