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bile

nounfemininetechnicalcommon/ˈbiliʃ/bi·lis

Definitions

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1

A bitter fluid produced by the liver, stored in the gallbladder, that aids in the digestion of fats.

Usage examples

Bile is released into the duodenum after a fatty meal.
A gallstone can block the flow of bile.

Common combinations

gallbladderbile ductbile acids
2

(Figurative) Bitterness of temper; irritability or anger.

Usage examples

The argument made his bile rise.
He is full of bile, getting angry over everything.