gallo

Gallo (relating to Gallo-Roman culture or the Gallo language of Brittany)

adjective gah-LOH Rare

Origin: From Latin 'Gallus' (Gaul).

Usage Note

Gallo most often appears in compound forms such as gallo-romain (Gallo-Roman) to describe the Romano-Celtic culture of ancient Gaul. It is also the name of the Romance language spoken in eastern Brittany (le gallo), distinct from the Celtic Breton. Capitalised as a noun when referring to a speaker of that language.

Examples

"Les vestiges gallo-romains attirent de nombreux touristes."

Natural Translation

The Gallo-Roman ruins attract many tourists.

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