Galleon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡæ.li.ən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Galleon is a noun meaning A large, three-masted, square rigged sailing ship with at least two decks.
Meaning
A large, three-masted, square rigged sailing ship with at least two decks.
Example Sentences
The next day he returned to camp with the balance of his ingots, and when they were stored on board the cruiser Captain Dufranne said he felt like the commander of an old-time Spanish galleon returning from the treasure cities of the Aztecs. “I don’t know what minute my crew will cut my throat, and take over the ship,” he added.
Word Forms
- galleons
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include carrack, galley, frigate, baglo, sloop, gyassa.
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