Noun: gala gey-lu or ga-lu [N. Amer], gaa-lu [Brit]
- A showy and festive party
"The charity's annual gala affair raised millions for the cause";
- gala affair, jamboree, blowout [informal]
- [Brit] An informal or local sporting competition
"The school's annual swimming gala was a highlight for students"
Derived forms: galas
Type of: celebration, festivity
Encyclopedia: Gala, Tibet