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galleon

noun

/ˈɡæliən/

Meaning

A large sailing ship used mainly by Europeans from the 16th to 18th centuries.

The Spanish galleon carried treasures across the Atlantic.

ship, vessel, boat, frigate, man-of-war

raft, canoe

Spanish galleon, treasure galleon, galleon fleet

An ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality; also, excessive preoccupa...

Composure or coolness under pressure.

A state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.

delicate ornamental work of fine wire, usually of gold or silver

acknowledgment of the existence, validity, or legality of something

a grammatical mistake in speech or writing; a breach of good manners or etiquette