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whole gale

–noun Meteorology.
a wind of 55–63 mph (24–28 m/sec).

Origin:
1795–1805
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storm   (stôrm)   
n.  
  1. An atmospheric disturbance manifested in strong winds accompanied by rain, snow, or other precipitation and often by thunder and lightning.

  2. A wind with a speed from 48 to 55 knots (55 to 63 miles per hour; 89 to 102 kilometers per hour), according to the Beaufort scale. Also called whole gale.

  3. A heavy shower of objects, such as bullets or missiles.

  4. A strong or violent outburst, as of emotion or excitement: a storm of tears.

  5. A violent disturbance or upheaval, as in political, social, or domestic affairs: a storm of protest.

  6. A violent, sudden attack on a fortified place.

  7. A storm window.

v.   stormed, storm·ing, storms

v.   intr.
    1. To blow forcefully.

    2. To precipitate rain, snow, hail, or sleet.

  1. To be extremely angry; rant and rage.

  2. To move or rush tumultuously, violently, or angrily: stormed into the room.

v.   tr.
To assault, capture, or captivate by storm. See Synonyms at attack.

[Middle English, from Old English.]
whole gale  
n.  See storm.
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