noun
- Plural of galiot; small, fast sailing ships or galleys used historically in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.
Usage: nautical; historical
Examples
- The Mediterranean traders relied on galiots to transport goods quickly across the sea.
- Galiots were favored by both merchants and naval forces for their speed and maneuverability.
- The museum's collection includes models of several galiots from the 16th century.
- Corsairs often commanded galiots during their raids along the coast.