gala: Meaning and Definition of
ga•la
Pronunciation: (gā'lu, gal'u esp. Brit. gä'lu), [key]
— adj.
- festive; festal; showy: Her birthday parties were always gala occasions.
—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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