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windmill in Malay

kincir angin

UK/ˈwɪn(d).mɪl/

windmill in Malay: kincir angin. In English, windmill means a machine which translates linear motion of wind to rotational motion by means of adjustable vanes called sails.

Malay words for windmill

machine
kincir angin

English meaning of windmill

  1. noun A machine which translates linear motion of wind to rotational motion by means of adjustable vanes called sails.
  2. noun The building or structure containing such machinery.
  3. noun A wind turbine, a device for converting wind power into electricity.
  4. noun A child's toy consisting of vanes mounted on a stick that rotate when blown by a person or by the wind.

Full definition of windmill

windmill in a sentence

  • She ran down the hill, windmilling her arms with glee.
  • The axle broke and the wheel windmilled in place briefly before careening through the wall.

Synonyms of windmill

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Questions about windmill in Malay

What is the meaning of windmill in Malay?
Windmill in Malay is kincir angin.
Apakah maksud windmill dalam bahasa Melayu?
Windmill: kincir angin.
What does windmill mean in English?
Windmill means a machine which translates linear motion of wind to rotational motion by means of adjustable vanes called sails.

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