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galley

/ˈɡæl.i/

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noun

/ˈɡæl.i/C1formaltechnical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее длинное узкое судно, исторически использовавшееся для гребли и плавания под парусом, или кухонное помещение на корабле или самолёте.

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.

    ruКамбуз

    • 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.

    Synonymscaboosecookhousekitchenscullery

  2. Ancient shipB2formal

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

    ruГалера

    • 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.

    ruГранка

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

    Synonymsproofpull

Forms
  • galleys plural form
  • galleys' possessive plural form
  • galley's possessive singular form