Word
galway
Phoneticsgal·way
/ˈɡɑɫweɪ/
Definition
n. a type of strong, heavy coat that sailors used to wear. It is usually made of thick wool to keep out the cold and wet weather at sea.
n. a heavy overcoat made of coarse woollen cloth, historically worn by seamen. Often associated with 19th-century maritime attire and designed for durability in harsh environments.
Examples
“The old sailor wore a thick galway to stay warm.”
“The museum display featured a traditional galway, showing the heavy stitching required for nautical work.”
“While modern synthetic fabrics have largely replaced traditional woollen garments, the galway remains a significant historical example of functional maritime outerwear designed for the North Atlantic.”
Examples
simple
“The old sailor wore a thick galway to stay warm.”
contextual
“The museum display featured a traditional galway, showing the heavy stitching required for nautical work.”
complex
“While modern synthetic fabrics have largely replaced traditional woollen garments, the galway remains a significant historical example of functional maritime outerwear designed for the North Atlantic.”
Usage
Primarily found in historical or nautical contexts; rarely used in modern general English.
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