Definition of gale

• n. - A strong current of air; a wind between a stiff breeze and a hurricane. The most violent gales are called tempests.
• n. - A moderate current of air; a breeze.
• n. - A state of excitement, passion, or hilarity.
• v. i. - To sale, or sail fast.
• n. - A song or story.
• v. i. - To sing.
• n. - 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.
• n. - The payment of a rent or annuity.