Gadit

bile

Definitions (2)
1nounA bitter, greenish-brown fluid produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, which aids in the digestion of fats.
The doctor explained that bile helps break down fats in the digestive system.
After eating a fatty meal, the body releases bile to aid digestion.
Gallstones can block the flow of bile, causing pain and discomfort.
2nounAnger or bitterness, often used to describe a person's mood or tone.
His words were filled with bile, showing his deep resentment.
She couldn't hide the bile in her voice when talking about her rival.
The debate turned sour, with bile and accusations flying from both sides.
Word Origin
Language
Latin
Original word
bilis
Originally meant
bile, anger
Background
The word 'bile' comes from the Latin 'bilis', which referred to both the bodily fluid and the emotion of anger. In ancient times, it was believed that an excess of bile in the body could cause a person to become irritable or angry.