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galley

/ˈɡæli/

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noun

A long, slender ship propelled primarily by oars, whether having masts and sails or not; usually referring to rowed warships used in the Mediterranean from the 16th century until the modern era.

Examples :

"The galley's oars dipped rhythmically as the crew rowed towards the harbor. "

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noun

A light, open boat used on the Thames by customhouse officers, press gangs, and also for pleasure.

Examples :

"The customs officer sped across the Thames in his galley, chasing a suspected smuggler. "

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noun

One of the small boats carried by a man-of-war.

Examples :

"During the historical reenactment, sailors rowed the galley back to the man-of-war after scouting the shore. "

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The cookroom or kitchen and cooking apparatus of a vessel or aircraft; sometimes on merchant vessels called the caboose.

Examples :

"The galley in the school cafeteria was always crowded during lunchtime. "

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noun

An oblong oven or muffle with a battery of retorts; a gallery furnace.

Examples :

"The chemist carefully placed the sample into the galley to be heated at a precisely controlled temperature for the experiment. "

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noun

An oblong tray of wood or brass, with upright sides, for holding type which has been set, or is to be made up, etc.

Examples :

"The printer carefully placed the newly set type into the galley. "

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A proof sheet taken from type while on a galley; a galley proof.

Examples :

"The editor marked several typos on the galley before sending it back to the typesetter for corrections. "

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A representation of a single masted ship propelled by oars, with three flags and a basket.

Examples :

"The historical society displayed a detailed galley in the museum, showcasing its three flags and prominent oars. "

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