1. (n.) A bundle or package of goods bound for storage or transportation; as, a bale of hay\; a bundle of straw or hay, put up compactly for transportation.

2. (v. t.) To make up in a bale.

3. (v. t.) See Bail.

4. (n.) Misery; calamity; misfortune; sorrow.

5. (n.) Evil; an evil, pernicious influence; something causing great injury.

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