galls (Meaning)
galls
a cause or state of aggravation, ill will, bile sense 1, to rub and wear away by friction, ox gall, an abnormal outgrowth of plant tissue usually due to insect or mite parasites or fungi and sometimes forming an important source of tannin see gall wasp illustration, a swelling of plant tissue usually due to fungi or insect parasites and sometimes forming an important source of tannin, a skin sore caused by chronic irritation, bitterness of spirit, something hard to endure, to make or become sore or worn by rubbing, irritate sense 1, vex, to fret and wear away by friction, flaw, a skin sore (as on a horse's back) caused by repeated irritation (as from rubbing by a saddle), an abnormal growth of plant tissue usually due to fungi or insect parasites, irritate, vex, brazen boldness often with brash self-confidence, to become sore or worn by rubbing, something bitter to endure, bile sense 1a, nerve sense 3c, seize sense 2, a cause or state of exasperation
Synonyms & Antonyms of galls
galls Sentence Examples
- The oak tree's leaves were covered in unsightly galls caused by parasitic insects.
- The galls on the plants' stems hindered their growth and photosynthetic abilities.
- The microscopic mites secreted a chemical compound that induced the formation of galls on the host plant.
- Scientists studied the galls to better understand the complex relationship between insects and their plant hosts.
- The galls served as breeding grounds for the parasitic wasps, providing protection and sustenance.
- The formation of galls is a fascinating example of plant-insect interactions in the natural world.
- The presence of galls can negatively impact the health and productivity of the affected plant.
- The unique shapes and colors of galls can be used to identify different species of insects that cause them.
- Galls have been utilized in traditional medicine for centuries, treating various ailments and conditions.
- Researchers hope to harness the potential of galls for novel therapies or pest management strategies.
FAQs About the word galls
a cause or state of aggravation, ill will, bile sense 1, to rub and wear away by friction, ox gall, an abnormal outgrowth of plant tissue usually due to insect
frays,wears, rubs, erodes,chafes, eats, files, rasps, scrapes, shaves
contents, mollifies, delights, pleases, gladdens, appeases, gratifies, pacifies,obliges, soothes
The oak tree's leaves were covered in unsightly galls caused by parasitic insects.
The galls on the plants' stems hindered their growth and photosynthetic abilities.
The microscopic mites secreted a chemical compound that induced the formation of galls on the host plant.
Scientists studied the galls to better understand the complex relationship between insects and their plant hosts.
