Meaning & Definition of word "Galore"

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    Galore

    /ɡəˈlɔːr/

    adjective:

    • 1. In abundance; plentiful.
      • Example: There were decorations galore at the festival.
    • 2. A large quantity or number of something.
      • Example: She received gifts galore for her birthday.
    • 3. Used to describe something that is abundant and plentiful.
      • Example: He found opportunities galore in the new job market.

    Etymology

    From the Irish phrase 'go leor', meaning 'sufficient, enough'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    food galore:

    An expression meaning there is a lot of food available.

    decorate galore:

    To indicate that there are lots of decorations.

    options galore:

    Meaning there are many choices available.

    Related Words

    plenty:

    A large or sufficient quantity.

    abundance:

    A very large quantity of something.

    profusion:

    An abundance or large quantity of something.

    Slang Meanings of galore

    Meaning: A ton of something.

    Example Sentence: There were games galore at the fair.

    Meaning: A lot of fun or excitement.

    Example Sentence: We had laughs galore during the trip.