noun
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Gaul
gawl
Gaul (noun) means a native of the ancient region of Gaul, or, poetically, a Frenchman. Example: “The Roman historian described the Gauls as fierce warriors.”
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A native of the ancient region of Gaul, or, poetically, a Frenchman.
"The Roman historian described the Gauls as fierce warriors."
How to use Gaul
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn inhabitant of ancient Gaul (roughly modern France, Belgium, and parts of neighbouring countries), or a poetic way of saying "a Frenchman."
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Etymology
From Old French Gaule, ultimately from a Frankish word meaning "foreigner" or "Roman/Celt" — the same root behind "Wales" and "Welsh."
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What does “Gaul” mean?
The word “Gaul” means a native of the ancient region of Gaul, or, poetically, a Frenchman. In plain terms, an inhabitant of ancient Gaul (roughly modern France, Belgium, and parts of neighbouring countries), or a poetic way of saying "a Frenchman.".
How do you pronounce “Gaul”?
“Gaul” is pronounced gawl (/ɡɔːl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Gaul” in a sentence?
Here is “Gaul” used in a sentence: “The Roman historian described the Gauls as fierce warriors.”
What part of speech is “Gaul”?
“Gaul” is a noun.
Where does the word “Gaul” come from?
The word “Gaul” comes from Old French. From Old French Gaule, ultimately from a Frankish word meaning "foreigner" or "Roman/Celt" — the same root behind "Wales" and "Welsh.".
Is “Gaul” a common word?
“Gaul” is an uncommon word in modern English.
