Definition of alley

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Alley (n.) The space between two rows of compositors' stands in a printing office.

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Galiot :: Galiot (n.) A small galley, formerly used in the Mediterranean, built mainly for speed. It was moved both by sails and oars, having one mast, and sixteen or twenty seats for rowers..
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