Galyacs

/ˈɡæliæks/ noun

Definition

Plural of galyac; multiple small oared sailing vessels used in Mediterranean and Levantine maritime trade.

Etymology

The plural form of galyac, formed by adding the standard English plural suffix -s to the noun galyac.

Kelly Says

Fleets of galyacs would have filled Mediterranean harbors during the height of Venetian and Ottoman trade—seeing dozens of these speedy little ships darting between ports would have been like watching a ballet of commerce and navigation.

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