Gal Definition & Meaning

gal
noun
  1. United States liquid unit equal to 4 quarts or 3.785 liters
  2. a unit of gravitational acceleration equal to one centimeter per second per second (named after Galileo)
  3. alliterative term for girl (or woman)

"Gal" in song lyrics

See how gal is used in real songs:

  • "no money for me or my gal"
    1200 Techniques f/ Rashad Houghton — Fork in the Road
  • "They didn't come around it was me and my gal"
    Big Moe f/ Dirty $, Lil' O — I'll Do It
  • "Bust him in the half gal"
    DJ Muggs f/ GZA, RZA — Third World

Usage tips for "gal"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "gal" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for gal to find words that pair well.

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