gall
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Noun — Bold, brazen nerve; shameless audacity.
How to use gall
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English geealla ("bile"). The figurative sense of "nerve" or "audacity" grew out of old medical beliefs that linked bile to bitterness and boldness of temperament.
Full origin of gall →Frequently asked questions
What does “gall” mean?
The word “gall” means bold, brazen nerve; shameless audacity. In plain terms, either shameless nerve, or bile/bitterness, or a chafed sore or plant growth — context makes clear which.
How do you pronounce “gall”?
“Gall” is pronounced gawl (/ɡɔːl/ in IPA).
How do you use “gall” in a sentence?
Here is “gall” used in a sentence: “He had the gall to ask for a raise after being late all month.”
What is another word for “gall”?
Words with a similar meaning to “gall” include nutgall.
What part of speech is “gall”?
Depending on how it is used, “gall” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “gall” come from?
The word “gall” comes from Old English. From Old English geealla ("bile"). The figurative sense of "nerve" or "audacity" grew out of old medical beliefs that linked bile to bitterness and boldness of temperament.
Is “gall” a common word?
“Gall” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “gall” have?
“Gall” has 5 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: bold, brazen nerve; shameless audacity.