gale

US /ɡeɪl/

UK /ɡeɪl/

1.

a very strong wind

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The ship was battered by a fierce gale.

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A sudden gale swept across the open field.

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storm tempest hurricane typhoon cyclone

2.

a burst of laughter

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A gale of laughter erupted from the audience.

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She let out a sudden gale of giggles.

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burst of laughter peal of laughter roar of laughter