gota
1. A disease caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints, typically affecting the big toe, characterized by sudden severe pain, redness, and swelling
He suffered from gout and had to limit his intake of red meat and alcohol.
Ele sofria de gota e teve que limitar seu consumo de carne vermelha e álcool.
2. A drop or small amount of liquid
A gout of blood dripped from the wound.
Uma gota de sangue escorreu da ferida.
3. A sudden outpouring or burst of something
A gout of flame erupted from the volcano.
Uma explosão de chama irrompeu do vulcão.
Gout is historically associated with wealthy individuals who consumed large amounts of rich foods and alcohol, earning it the nickname 'the disease of kings.' In both English and Portuguese-speaking cultures, it remains a recognized health condition, though modern understanding attributes it more to dietary choices and genetics than social status. The condition is more common in men and increases with age.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a gout of something - a sudden burst or outpouring
gout attack - a sudden episode of severe pain from gout
suffer from gout - to have the disease
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