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galling [gȯl·iŋ] (metallurgy) Surface damage on mating, moving metal parts due to friction caused by local welding of high spots. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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He tried to form the bitter, galling words; but a vision of that lovely face suddenly transformed with horror and disgust throttled the name in his throat. The Indians sprang upon the animals barebacked, and endeavored to urge them off under a galling fire that did some execution. I shall not weary you with the details of that bitter and galling flight. |
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