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/ˈwɪndˌmɪl/ · wind·mill
noun
- A machine that uses wind energy to perform tasks, typically grinding grain or pumping water. The village relied on the windmill to grind their grain during the harvest season.
- A structure with rotating blades that convert wind energy into mechanical power. The windmill stood tall on the hill, its blades spinning lazily in the breeze.
Did you know? The first recorded use of windmills dates back to 9th-century Persia, where they were used to pump water and grind grain.