galling

== English == === Etymology === From gall +‎ -ing. The adjective follows from the verb. === Adjective === galling (comparative more galling, superlative most galling) Vexing, humiliating; eliciting indignation or bitterness. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === Noun === galling (uncountable) Material transfer caused by adhesion between sliding surfaces, potentially resulting in wear or binding. === Verb === galling present participle and gerund of gall === Anagrams === gingall