gallery

Definition

An institution, building, or room for the exhibition and conservation of important objects, especially works of art.

Etymology

From Middle English galery, gallerye, from Middle French galerie, gallerie, from Old French galerie, gallerie (“a long portico, a gallery”), from Medieval Latin galeria (“gallery”), of unknown origin. Perhaps an alteration of Latin galilea (“church porch”), probably from Latin Galilaea, Galilee, region of Israel. More at Galilee.

Example Sentences

• "In the gallery are displayed genuine artifacts dug up from the site, and in the gift shop you can buy a replica as a souvenir."
• "Some of her work is so impressive that it really ought to be in a gallery."
• "Near-synonyms: art dealer's, dealer's"