galleass

Meanings

• noun

  A large type of Renaissance warship with high sides and multiple heavy guns.

  - "The galleass was a formidable warship during the Italian Wars."
  - "The Spanish Armada included many galleasses."

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Variants

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galleass , galleasses

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Etymology

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Derived from the Italian word 'galeazza' meaning 'galley with a high forecastle'.

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Trivia

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1. The galleass was the inspiration for the design of the modern battleship.

2. The largest galleass on record was the Santa Maria de la Mar, which was over 120 meters long and had over 100 cannons.

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1. Galleon: A type of sailing ship that originated in the late 15th century and was similar to the galleass but had a more streamlined design.

2. Caravel: A smaller, more maneuverable sailing ship that was commonly used for exploration and trade during the Age of Discovery.

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Culture

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The galleass was a key naval vessel during the Renaissance period. It was used extensively in European wars and explorations. Its large size and heavy gunpower made it a formidable warship.

How to Memorize "galleass"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, heavily armed ship with high sides and multiple cannons. Visualize the Italian flag flying on the mast.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'galleass' with the Italian Renaissance and naval warfare.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym GALLEASS: Galley with A Large Lots of Explosive Ammunition, Shooting.

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