Meaning of gala

ga•la

Pronunciation: (gā'lu, gal'u esp. Brit. gä'lu), [key]

— adj.

—n.

a festive occasion; celebration; special entertainment: a gala featuring opera stars in their most famous scenes.
festal pomp or dress.

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