English dictionary
gale
/g/eI/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a strong wind moving 45-90 knots; force 7 to 10 on Beaufort scale
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A strong current of air; a wind between a stiff breeze and a hurricane. The most violent gales are called <i>tempests</i>.
Source: webster1913
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A song or story.
Source: webster1913
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A plant of the genus <i>Myrica</i>, growing in wet places, and strongly resembling the bayberry. The sweet gale (<i>Myrica Gale</i>) is found both in Europe and in America.
Source: webster1913
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The payment of a rent or annuity.
Source: webster1913
verb
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To sale, or sail fast.
Source: webster1913
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To sing.
Source: webster1913