galley
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for galley, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The kitchen area on a ship or aircraft.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use galley
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French galee, ultimately from a Byzantine Greek word possibly related to a term for a small shark or dogfish, referencing the ship's sleek shape.
Full origin of galley →Frequently asked questions
What does “galley” mean?
The word “galley” means the kitchen area on a ship or aircraft. In plain terms, a ship's or plane's kitchen, an old oar-powered warship, or a preliminary print proof.
How do you pronounce “galley”?
“Galley” is pronounced GA-lee (/ˈɡæli/ in IPA).
How do you use “galley” in a sentence?
Here is “galley” used in a sentence: “The flight attendants prepared meals in the galley.”
What is another word for “galley”?
Words with a similar meaning to “galley” include lymphad.
What part of speech is “galley”?
“Galley” is a noun.
Where does the word “galley” come from?
The word “galley” comes from Old French. From Old French galee, ultimately from a Byzantine Greek word possibly related to a term for a small shark or dogfish, referencing the ship's sleek shape.
How many meanings does “galley” have?
“Galley” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the kitchen area on a ship or aircraft.