noun
- plural of windmill: structures with rotating blades that harness wind power to generate electricity or grind grain
verb
- third person singular present of windmill: to rotate the arms in large circular motions like windmill blades
Usage: sports; informal
Examples
- The old windmills on the hill have been grinding grain for centuries.
- Modern windmills generate clean electricity for thousands of homes.
- Dutch windmills are famous tourist attractions.
- The wind farm contains dozens of tall white windmills.
- She windmills her arms when she gets excited.
- The pitcher windmills his arm before throwing the ball.
- Ancient windmills helped farmers process their wheat harvest.