A very strong wind, more than a breeze, less than a storm; number 7 through to 9 winds on the 12-step Beaufort scale.
It's blowing a gale outside.
An outburst, especially of laughter.
a gale of laughter
A light breeze.
A song or story.
A periodic payment, such as is made of a rent or annuity.
Gale day - the day on which rent or interest is due.