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Galleon

Definition:

A galleon refers to a large sailing ship used primarily during the 15th to the 17th centuries, typically equipped with multiple masts and square sails.

Part of Speech:

• Noun

Senses:

1. A large sailing ship used during the 15th to 17th centuries.

Usages:

1. Historical - Popular:

A galleon was a crucial vessel during the Golden Age of Piracy, known for its size and armed with cannons.

Example sentence: The pirate ship attacked the Spanish galleon, hoping to plunder its valuable cargo.

2. Historical - Local:

A Spanish galleon often carried treasures from the New World back to Spain, making it an attractive target for pirates and privateers.

Example sentence: The local museum displayed artifacts recovered from a Spanish galleon that sank off the coast.

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