Galactico

/ ɡəˈlæktɪˌkəʊ /

noun

1. informal,  a famous and highly paid footballer

Word History and Origins

Origin of Galactico¹

C20: from Spanish Los Galácticos the nickname of the expensively assembled Real Madrid team of the early years of the 21st century; galáctico someone from another galaxy, denoting their superstar status

Example Sentences

It marked the start of the end for the 'Galactico' era, with Mbappe's departure 12 months later bringing it to a close.

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With a World Cup to come next summer, even if Real captain Modric leaves Madrid after 13 years and 28 major trophies - he is their most decorated player - the Championship will not suddenly be graced by a Galactico.

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But as photographers circled and film crews jostled at his Real Madrid unveiling, there was a sense the awkward kid in a stripey jumper was a teenage superstar struck by the galactico glare.

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Does the UFC have a Galactico of their own in Topuria?

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Having run down his contract at Paris St-Germain, the 25-year-old is poised to be confirmed as Real Madrid's newest galactico.

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