ɡalɛʁ

Definitions

1. noun

A galère is an old type of galley, a type of sailing ship with a single row of oars on each side.

“The 17th-century naval historian wrote about the galère’s design and its use in naval battles.”

2. noun

In modern usage, a galère refers to a difficult or unpleasant task or situation.

“I have been facing a galère trying to finish this project on time.”