Meaning of the word "the Beaufort scale" in English
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the Beaufort scale
US /ˈboʊfərt skeɪl/
UK /ˈboʊfərt skeɪl/

Noun
1.
a scale for indicating wind force, ranging from 0 (calm) to 12 (hurricane)
Example:
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Sailors often refer to the Beaufort scale to assess wind conditions.
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A force 8 on the Beaufort scale indicates a fresh gale.
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