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gala

ga·la

gala

 
 
pronunciation:
geI l [or] gae l
parts of speech:
adjective, noun
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part of speech: adjective
definition: suited to a festive celebration.
a gala reception
synonyms:
ceremonial, festal, festive, holiday
similar words:
festival, majestic, merry, splendid, sumptuous
 
part of speech: noun
definition: a festive celebration, esp. a large, elaborate one.
synonyms:
celebration, festival, fete
similar words:
ball, bash, extravaganza, festivity, pageant, shindig
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