a strong current of air; a wind between a stiff breeze and a hurricane. the most violent gales are called tempests.-a moderate current of air; a breeze.-a state of excitement, passion, or hilarity.-to sale, or sail fast.-a song or story.-to sing.-a plant of the genus myrica, growing in wet places, and strongly resembling the bayberry. the sweet gale (myrica gale) is found both in europe and in america.-the payment of a rent or annuity.