adjective
- of or relating to Gaul or its ancient Celtic inhabitants
- of or relating to France or the French
- of or containing gallic acid
Usage: historical; often capitalized
Usage: often capitalized; literary or formal
Usage: chemistry
Examples
- The Gallic Wars were fought between Julius Caesar and the Celtic tribes of Gaul.
- Gallic culture had a profound influence on European history.
- The museum displayed artifacts from the ancient Gallic period.
- Gallic acid is found in oak galls and used in various industrial applications.
- He admired the Gallic spirit of independence and wit.