From The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.44 [gcide]:
Galloon \Gal*loon"\, noun [From F. or Sp. galon. See {Gala}. ]
1. A narrow tapelike fabric used for binding hats, shoes, etc., -- sometimes made ornamental.
2. A similar bordering or binding of rich material, such as gold lace.
Silver and gold galloons, with the like glittering gewgaws. --Addison.
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