VocabJLPT N1
windmill
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. windmill
  2. 2. wind turbine
  3. 3. pinwheel (toy)
  4. 4. Clematis patens (species of climbing plant)
A noun meaning a windmill or wind turbine, referring to a structure with rotating blades powered by the wind. It can describe traditional wooden windmills used for milling grain as well as modern wind turbines used to generate electricity.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

We plan to replace the windmill's control panel in the additional construction work.

Sentence 2

The scope of windmill maintenance will be clearly specified in the contract.

Sentence 3

When the wind direction changes, the windmill slowly turns to face it.

Sentence 4

Does a windmill generate less power on days with weak wind?

Sentence 5

Isn't the noise data for the windmill in those materials out of date?