Search Dictionary
Definition of gallstone

gallstone

/ˈɡɔːl.stoʊn/
gall · stone
Plural:gallstones
JUMP TO:

gallstone Lexical Profile

gallstone Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A small, hard crystalline mass formed abnormally in the gallbladder or bile ducts from bile pigments, cholesterol, and calcium salts, often causing severe abdominal pain and blockage.

Example

"The ultrasound revealed a large gallstone obstructing the patient's bile duct."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for gallstone

• Nearby Words

gallop
galloping
gallows
gallstone
galore
galosh
galvanic

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 18th century as a compound of Old English 'gealla' (bile) and 'stān' (stone), possibly modeled on German 'Gallenstein'.

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gallstone. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gallstone
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.