galley

• Ein langes, schmales Ruder- und Segelschiff, das historisch oft von Sträflingen oder Sklaven gerudert wurde; auch die Bordküche auf einem Schiff oder Flugzeug.

A noun referring to a long, narrow ship used historically for rowing and sailing, or a kitchen area on a ship or aircraft.

1. Ship's kitchenB1formal

   The kitchen area on a ship, boat, or aircraft.

   Kombüse

   • The chef prepared meals in the galley during the voyage.
   • The galley was small but well-equipped for cooking.
   • Passengers could smell fresh coffee from the galley.

   Synonymecaboosecookhousekitchenscullery

2. Ancient shipB2formal

   A long, low ship used for trade and warfare in ancient and medieval times, typically rowed by slaves or prisoners.

   Galeere

   • The Romans used galleys to patrol the Mediterranean.
   • The galley was powered by a hundred oarsmen.
   • Historians study the design of ancient galleys.

3. Printing proofC1formal

   A preliminary version of a printed document, used for proofreading before final publication.

   Korrekturabzug

   • The editor reviewed the galley for errors.
   • She corrected several typos in the galley.
   • The author approved the galley before printing.

   Synonymeproofpull