Galley

The term galley can refer to any ship propelled primarily by man-power, using oars. Most galleys also use masts and sails as a secondary means of propulsion.

Other meanings

The term galley can also name the kitchen of a ship or the dining car of a train.

Related Topics:
Kitchen - Ship - Dining car

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In printing, a galley consists of one or more unbound signature sheets.

Related Topics:
Printing - Signature

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Book publishers refer to an early, pre-publication edition (not yet fully edited) as a galley. Publishers send such galleys to reviewers so they can look over and write about the books before the finished product reaches end-readers. Compare galley proofs.

Related Topics:
Publisher - Galley proof

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