gales
noun
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A very strong wind, more than a breeze, less than a storm; number 7 through to 9 winds on the 12-step Beaufort scale.
Example: It's blowing a gale outside.
An outburst, especially of laughter.
Example: a gale of laughter
A light breeze.
A song or story.
noun
Definitions
A periodic payment, such as is made of a rent or annuity.
Example: Gale day - the day on which rent or interest is due.