gentle breeze

American  

noun

Meteorology.

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

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gentle breeze British  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of gentle breeze

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

I felt like a hawk catching a gentle breeze as I flew about 400 feet over the oak woodlands and ranchland below me.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From Salon

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.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From Salon

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

From Los Angeles Times