galling
galling · gallings
A feeling that induces bitternessA feeling that induces bitterness.
US/ɡˈɔlɪŋ/
Meaning
2 senses(countable, uncountable)A feeling that induces bitterness.
the gallings of one's own conscience
(countable, uncountable)Material transfer caused by adhesion between sliding surfaces, potentially resulting in wear or binding.
Origin
From gall + -ing. The adjective follows from the verb.From gall + -ing. The adjective follows from the verb.
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