A large, fancy celebration or formal event with lots of entertainment and distinguished guests.
From French 'gala,' possibly from Italian 'gala' meaning 'festive celebration.' The word entered European languages in the 1600s-1700s.
A gala signals wealth and exclusivity—you don't just throw one for anyone. The word comes from Italian but got adopted by French and then spread through European high society because wealthy people speak French.
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