Meaning & use
Gallic
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relating to Gaul or its ancient inhabitants, or characteristic of France and French culture.
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He shrugged with a typically Gallic nonchalance.
The film captured a distinctly Gallic charm in its Parisian street scenes.
A note on using this word
Derived from "Gaul," the ancient region roughly corresponding to modern France; often used today as a stylish synonym for "French."
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