Meaning & use
gala
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.
A note on using this word
Gala can also function as an adjective, as in a gala evening, meaning festive or celebratory.
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