nutgall (Meaning)
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nutgall (n.)
A more or less round gall resembling a nut, esp. one of those produced on the oak and used in the arts. See Gall, Gallnut.
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A more or less round gall resembling a nut, esp. one of those produced on the oak and used in the arts. See Gall, Gallnut.
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The nutgall, an excrescence on oak trees, is caused by a wasp depositing its eggs.
Ink made from nutgalls was commonly used in medieval manuscripts and calligraphy.
The black dye obtained from nutgalls is still used today in some textiles and leather goods.
Nutgalls contain a high concentration of tannins, which give them their astringent and bitter taste.
