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Gale

Definition:

A gale refers to a very strong wind, usually considered to be at least a 7 on the Beaufort scale, with speeds between 32 and 63 miles per hour.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Senses:

Noun:

1. A strong wind blowing at gale force.
2. Figuratively, a burst of something powerful or forceful, such as a sound or emotion.

Verb:

1. To blow with great strength or force.

Usages:

Noun:

In the harbor, sailors braced themselves against the powerful gale.

The crowd erupted in a gale of laughter at the comedian's joke.

Verb:

The wind vigorously galed through the trees, causing branches to sway.

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