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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

windmill

/ˈwɪndmɪl/ noun · British & US
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What does windmill mean?

noun

A machine for converting the energy of the wind into rotational energy by means of vanes or sails, typically driving a pump or grinding grain.

Example

"The windmill stood tall on the hill, its blades spinning lazily in the breeze."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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