Definition of Galling
Galling
gal·ling


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Causing irritation or annoyance, especially because of unfairness.

e.g. The team's galling defeat in the championship game was a bitter pill to swallow.

(verb)
causing someone to feel irritated or annoyed;

e.g. The sight of resources being wasted was galling me and it made me want to speak up.

(verb)
abrading or wearing against something, rubbing against it to make it sore;

e.g. The rough fabric was galling their skin.



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