windmill
🇬🇧 UK/'windmil/🇺🇸 US
C2
Definitions
n.
A structure with large rotating sails or blades driven by wind, used to grind grain or generate electricity
风车;风力发电机
v.
To rotate with a wide sweeping motion like windmill blades
像风车一样旋转
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native Englishwindother
+
millother
=windmill
Example Sentences
- 1.
The ancient windmill stood tall on the hill, grinding grain for the village.
- 2.
Modern windmills convert wind energy into electricity for households and businesses.