Galled

/ɡɔːld/ adjective, verb (past tense)

Definition

Annoyed or irritated; or, having skin rubbed raw by friction or chafing.

Etymology

From Old English geallan (to anger) and also from gall (a sore spot), creating dual meanings: emotional irritation and physical irritation/rawness.

Kelly Says

The same word describes both an emotional state and a physical condition—showing how the human body and feelings are connected in how we describe discomfort!

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