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lley
Plural
galleys
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the area on a ship where food is prepared and cooked
- The chef worked in the galley of the cruise ship.
- Supplies were stored near the galley for easy access.
- Safety regulations require fire extinguishers in the galley.
- Crew members took turns cooking in the galley.
- The galley stove was fueled by propane on the yacht.
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the food-preparation area on an airplane
- Flight attendants worked in the galley to prepare meals.
- Safety checks are mandatory in every galley before takeoff.
- Passengers could hear activity in the galley as trays were prepared.
- The galley stored drinks and snacks for the flight.
- The galley crew managed food service during the long-haul flight.
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a crescent-shaped oared ship used in classical antiquity
- The Greek fleet advanced in a formation of galleys.
- Ancient galleys could carry soldiers and light cargo.
- Rowers powered the galley with coordinated strokes.
- The galley sailed along the coast for trade and warfare.
- War galleys were fast and maneuverable in battle.
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a large medieval Mediterranean vessel, typically with a single deck, propelled by sails and oars, armed at bow and stern, and manned by up to 1,000 men, used for war and trade
- The Greek and Roman navies employed galleys as key vessels in their fleets during ancient times.
- Galleys were instrumental in Mediterranean trade, transporting goods and commodities between coastal cities.
- The Venetian galley was armed with cannons and ready for battle.
- The Byzantine Empire utilized galleys for both military and commercial purposes, dominating the Mediterranean waters.
- Medieval galleys carried both soldiers and merchants.