Galley
01
the area on a ship where food is prepared and cooked
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The chef worked in the galley of the cruise ship.
Supplies were stored near the galley for easy access.
02
the food-preparation area on an airplane
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Flight attendants worked in the galley to prepare meals.
Safety checks are mandatory in every galley before takeoff.
03
a crescent-shaped oared ship used in classical antiquity
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The Greek fleet advanced in a formation of galleys.
Ancient galleys could carry soldiers and light cargo.
04
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
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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.
