From N.S. Gill,
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Definition: Gallus (pl. galli) was a priest of Cybele, the Magna Mater, who castrated himself in imitation of Attis. Special, primitive tools for the purpose have been found. The archigallus was the high priest of the galli and was appointed for life.

The name gallus may have come from the Gallus River in Galatia or from the Latin word for cock. On March 24, the dies sanguinis (Day of the blood), the galli flagellated and cut themselves, splattering the goddess' statue with the blood.

Also Known As: Galla (pl. gallae).

Examples: Since Galli were emasculated priests, the feminine form Gallae was also used.