Word: Gallery

Pronunciation

/ˈɡæləri/

Definitions

Noun (n)

1. A room or building for displaying works of art: A space specifically designed for exhibiting paintings, sculptures, photographs, or other forms of visual art. Example: “The Louvre Museum houses one of the most famous art galleries in the world.”
2. A collection of artwork: A group or array of artworks, often owned by a museum, individual, or institution. Example: “The gallery’s permanent collection includes several masterpieces by renowned artists.”
3. A balcony or upper level in a building: Especially in theaters, churches, or courtrooms, a raised area that typically runs along the sides or back where people can sit or stand. Example: “The audience watched the play from the gallery above the stage.”
4. A group of spectators or observers: In sports, a term sometimes used to refer to those watching an event, particularly in golf. Example: “The golfer acknowledged the gallery with a wave before teeing off.”

Verb (v)

(informal) To observe or scrutinize someone or something closely or critically. Example: “The fashion critics were out in full force, gallerying the models on the runway.”

Phrases

• “Art gallery”: A place where art is exhibited for public viewing.
• “Walk through the gallery”: To tour or inspect an art gallery or exhibition.
• “In the gallery”: Refers to being present in the balcony or upper level seating area of a theater, courtroom, or similar venue.

Example Sentences

• Noun (art gallery): “We spent the afternoon browsing through the contemporary art gallery downtown.”
• Noun (building feature): “During the performance, the royal family sat in the private gallery overlooking the stage.”
• Noun (group of people): “The tennis star was cheered on by a packed gallery during her championship match.”

Synonyms

• Exhibition hall
• Museum
• Display room
• Viewing room
• Auditorium (for the architectural sense)
• Spectators (for the informal verb sense)