Definition for Gale (-s)

gale (-s), n. [Norw. galen, mad; see also OE galan > f. galen, to sing.] (webplay: breeze, ride, storm, wind).

NW says: in the language of seamen, the word gale, unaccompanied by an epithet, signifies a vehement wind, a storm or tempest; ED uses the word almost entirely in this sense, in reference to boats and storms at sea; strong wind; breeze.

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