Gale
/ɡeɪl/
Definitions
- (n.) A strong wind typically categorized by its high speed in meteorological contexts.
The ship struggled to navigate through the fierce gale.
- (n.) In legal contexts, refers metaphorically to a powerful force or influence.
The gale of public opinion influenced the court's ruling.
Forms
- gales
Related terms
Commentary
In law, 'gale' is rarely used literally but can serve metaphorically to describe overwhelming force or influence.
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