gentle breeze

noun

Meteorology.

1. a wind of 8–12 miles per hour (4–5 meters per second).

gentle breeze

noun

1. meteorol a light breeze of force three on the Beaufort scale, blowing at 8–12 mph

Word History and Origins

Origin of gentle breeze¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

Surrounded by stunning architecture and the gentle breeze, you can watch other boats drift by while enjoying your own adventure.

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Nielson and his crew were checking to make sure the fire would behave the way they expected — pushed in the right direction by the gentle breeze and following the slope uphill.

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But Leigh opens the door to let in comfort’s gentle breeze.

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The setting is quiet for the visitors — no fans are permitted — and a gentle breeze off the Pacific makes for a pleasant work environment.

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With trees swaying in the gentle breeze and birds and butterflies gamboling in the setting sun, it would be foolish not to fall into sportive line.

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