Gout
(noun)
- A form of arthritis caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints, typically in the big toe.
- An excessive and often sudden release of a feeling or emotion.
Origin:
The word "gout" comes from the old french word "gote" meaning "a drop," since gout was traditionally thought to be caused by an excess of "humors" in the body.
Examples:
- He was suffering from gout and couldn't walk without a cane.
- She had a gout of anger and started yelling at him.
- The gout in his toe was so bad that he couldn't wear shoes.
- He had a gout of nostalgia for his childhood.
- The gout of laughter from the audience was overwhelming.