Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gale-force-wind
noun
/ɡeɪl fɔːrs wɪnd/
Definition
A strong wind, typically defined as having speeds between 34 and 40 knots (39 to 46 miles per hour or 63 to 74 kilometers per hour).
Examples
- The sailors had to secure the boat because of the impending gale-force wind.
- During the storm, the meteorologist recorded a gale-force wind that toppled trees along the coast.
- Camping in gale-force winds is not advisable due to the risk of damage from flying debris.
Meaning
Gale-force winds are powerful winds that can cause significant changes in weather conditions and can lead to dangerous situations outdoors.
Synonyms
- strong wind
- storm wind
- tempest
