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windmill

/ˈwɪnd.mɪl/

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noun

A machine which translates linear motion of wind to rotational motion by means of adjustable vanes called sails.

Examples :

"The windmill on the farm converted the wind's energy into turning a grinding stone. "

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The structure containing such machinery.

Examples :

"The tall windmill on the hill turned slowly in the breeze. "

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A child's toy consisting of vanes mounted on a stick that rotate when blown by a person or by the wind.

Examples :

"The little girl ran through the park, giggling as the windmill she held spun quickly in the breeze. "

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A dunk where the dunker swings his arm in a circular motion before throwing the ball through the hoop.

Examples :

"During the basketball game, Michael impressed the crowd with a powerful windmill. "

sport entertainment action

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A guitar move where the strumming hand mimics a turning windmill.

Examples :

"During the rock concert, the guitarist impressed the crowd with his energetic "windmill" guitar move. "

music entertainment

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A breakdancing move in which the dancer rolls his/her torso continuously in a circular path on the floor, across the upper chest, shoulders and back, while twirling the legs in a V shape in the air.

Examples :

"The breakdancer performed a powerful windmill, showcasing incredible control and speed. "

dance sport entertainment style action

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Any of various large papilionid butterflies of the genus Byasa, the wings of which resemble the vanes of a windmill.

Examples :

"The windmill butterfly fluttered around the garden, its wings a beautiful, delicate imitation of wind turbine blades. "

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noun

The false shower.

Examples :

"After the baseball game, the "windmill" of sprayed beer from the winning team soaked the celebrating crowd, a less-than-pleasant surprise for some. "

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An imaginary enemy, but presented as real.

Examples :

"My brother's procrastination is a windmill; he claims he's too overwhelmed to finish his project, but it's just an excuse. "

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verb

To rotate with a sweeping motion.

Examples :

"She ran down the hill, windmilling her arms with glee."

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verb

Of a rotating part of a machine, to (become disengaged and) rotate freely.

Examples :

"The axle broke and the wheel windmilled in place briefly before careening through the wall."

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