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    Gale

    ɡeɪl

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    a very strong wind, often associated with storms.
    The gale caused widespread damage to trees and power lines.
    a noisy outburst, especially of laughter.
    Her joke brought a gale of laughter from the audience.
    a burst of activity or emotion.
    A gale of passion swept through the crowd during the speech.

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old Norse 'gale', which possibly means 'a wind or gale'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    gale force winds
    Very strong winds typically exceeding 34 knots.
    gale of laughter
    A loud burst of laughter.

    Related Words

    hurricane
    A severe tropical storm with winds over 74 mph.
    breeze
    A gentle wind.
    storm
    A disturbance of the atmosphere marked by wind and usually by rain, snow, or other forms of water.

    Slang Meanings

    A fun time or great excitement.
    The party was a gale!
    To laugh energetically.
    She galed at the funny movie.