Gaul
nounmasculine/feminine/ɡaw.ˈlɛʃ/low
gau·lês
Definition
Relating to or belonging to Gaul (a historical region of Western Europe corresponding mainly to modern France). An individual belonging to the Celtic peoples who inhabited that region.
Asterix is a famous comic book character, a Gaul.
The Gallic Wars were fought by Julius Caesar.
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Common collocations
the GaulsGallic tribeGallic wars
Etymology
Do francês 'gaulois', do latim 'Gallus' (habitante da Gália).