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Term: Beaufort

Noun - Sense 1:

Definition: A scale for estimating wind force, based on visible effects on land or sea.

Sample Sentence: According to the Beaufort scale, a wind speed of 6 represents a strong breeze.

Noun - Sense 2:

Definition: A variety of semi-hard cheese, originally from France.

Sample Sentence: I love the creamy texture of Beaufort cheese in my sandwiches.

Adjective:

Definition: Relating to the city of Beaufort, or its inhabitants.

Sample Sentence: Beaufort architecture is known for its historic charm.

Verb:

Definition: To measure the wind force using the Beaufort scale.

Sample Sentence: The sailors will be Beauforting the winds throughout the voyage.