Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gales
noun
/ɡeɪlz/
Definition
Strong winds, typically characterized by their intensity and speed.
Examples
- The gales from the ocean made it difficult to walk along the shore.
- During the storm, the gales rattled the windows and shook the roof.
- Gales can uproot trees and damage buildings if they are strong enough.
Meaning
Gales are powerful gusts of wind that usually exceed 34 knots (about 39 miles per hour or 63 kilometers per hour). They can cause significant effects on weather, the environment, and human activities.
Synonyms
- strong winds
- tempests
- gales force