Definition

A group of people who share a common characteristic, often used to describe a group that is considered undesirable or disreputable.

Example

The gallery of artists gathered to discuss their latest projects.

Conversation

Have you noticed that new group at the café?

Yeah, they seem like quite the galere of people.

I wonder what brings them all together like that.

Maybe they all share the same taste in music or something.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'galere' originates from Old French 'galere', meaning a type of ship or vessel, particularly one propelled by oars. It is derived from the Latin 'galea', meaning a helmet or protective covering, which metaphorically extended to mean a ship as a protective vessel on water. The term reflects the idea of a ship being a protective structure for those aboard.

Memory Tip

Imagine a ship as a protective 'covering' ('galea') on the water, which helps you remember that 'galere' refers to a type of vessel.

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