galah

Adult w:Eolophus roseicapillaEolophus roseicapilla

Meaning

Noun

  • A pink and grey species of cockatoo, Eolophus roseicapilla, native to Australia.
  • A fool, an idiot.

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Origin

  • From Gamilaraay gilaa.
  • From the bird. A connection with Malay gila ("mad") has been suggested, but this explanation has not gained acceptance.

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