windmill
//ˈwɪnd.mɪl//
Noun
windmillSingular
windmillsPlural
1
A structure with large rotating blades powered by the wind, traditionally used for grinding grain or pumping water.
The old windmill on the hill was used to grind wheat into flour.
2
A modern wind turbine used to generate electricity.
The windmills on the hill generate electricity for the town.
3
A toy consisting of vanes attached to a stick that spin when blown by the wind.
The child ran through the park holding a colorful windmill.
Synonym
Verb
1
To move one's arms in a circular motion resembling the blades of a windmill.
The swimmer windmilled her arms to warm up before the race.