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Meaning of 'gale' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Gale [ n.]
- A strong current of air; a wind between a stiff breeze and a hurricane. The most violent gales are called tempests.
- A moderate current of air; a breeze.
- A state of excitement, passion, or hilarity.
- A song or story.
- A plant of the genus Myrica, growing in wet places, and strongly resembling the bayberry. The sweet gale (Myrica Gale) is found both in Europe and in America.
- The payment of a rent or annuity.
2 . Gale [ v. i.]
- To sale, or sail fast.
- To sing.

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