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There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Black Bile.
Black Bile - as a noun
A humor that was once believed to be secreted by the kidneys or spleen and to cause sadness and melancholy
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
melancholy20Example Sentences
"In ancient medical beliefs, black bile was considered to be one of the four essential bodily humors."
"According to the theory of humors, an excess of black bile in the body could lead to melancholia."
"The concept of black bile was prevalent in ancient Greek and Roman medical theories."
"Hippocrates believed that an imbalance of black bile could cause various health problems."
"Aristotle wrote extensively on the properties and effects of black bile."
