windmill
/ˈwɪndmɪl/
CEFR level B1Topic HistoryWord #2282 in the learning path
风车；风力磨坊
Definitions
n. A structure whose wind-driven sails power machinery, often for grinding grain.
风车；风力磨坊
Example
We watched the old windmill turn beside the river.
我们看着河边的老风车转动。
Restoring a traditional windmill can preserve local heritage while attracting visitors interested in the history of rural technology.
修复传统风车既能保护当地遗产，也能吸引对乡村技术史感兴趣的游客。
Collocations
- a traditional windmill
- restore a windmill
- windmill sails
Usage tip
现代发电风机通常叫wind turbine。
FAQ
- What does windmill mean?
- A structure whose wind-driven sails power machinery, often for grinding grain.
- How is windmill pronounced?
- UK /ˈwɪndmɪl/, US /ˈwɪndmɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
