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galleys

The word “galleys” has 2 syllables: gal-leys

It's pronounced as /ˈɡæliz/

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In the thesaurus, “galleys” has 23 synonyms.

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Synonyms for galleys

Meanings of galleys

  • noun
    1. 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.
    2. A light, open boat used on the Thames by customhouse officers, press gangs, and also for pleasure.
    3. One of the small boats carried by a man-of-war.
    4. The cookroom or kitchen and cooking apparatus of a vessel or aircraft; sometimes on merchant vessels called the caboose.
    5. An oblong oven or muffle with a battery of retorts; a gallery furnace.
    6. An oblong tray of wood or brass, with upright sides, for holding type which has been set, or is to be made up, etc.
    7. A proof sheet taken from type while on a galley; a galley proof.
    8. A representation of a single masted ship propelled by oars, with three flags and a basket.

Example Sentences

  • The ancient warships had multiple rowing galleys to propel them across the Mediterranean.
  • Historians studied the preserved galleys to understand ancient naval warfare tactics.
  • The manuscript was meticulously copied by scribes in the monastery galleys.
  • Pirates raided merchant vessels, seeking treasure hidden in the cargo holds and galleys.
  • The explorers marveled at the intricate carvings adorning the walls of the Pharaoh's galleys.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms or another words to galleys, such as: brigantines, caravels, catamarans, catboats, clippers, corvettes, cutters.

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