Meaning & use

gala

noun·Everyday

A large social event or celebration, often held to mark a special occasion or raise money for a cause.

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The museum hosted a black-tie gala to raise funds for a new wing.

Guests dressed in their finest clothes for the charity gala downtown.

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Gala can also function as an adjective, as in a gala evening, meaning festive or celebratory.

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