gale Definition

1a. loosely
Any very strong wind;
Thesaurus: storm, tempest, squall, blast.
1b. technical
1a wind that blows with a speed of 51.5 to 101.4km per hour, corresponding to force 7 to 10 on the Beaufort scale. Also as adj.
Example: gale warning
Example: gale force winds
2. A sudden loud burst, eg of laughter.

Thesaurus: burst, outburst, outbreak, squall.
Form: gales (usually)