wind turbine

noun

: a wind-driven turbine for generating electricity

Examples of wind turbine in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Moreover, retrofitting existing offshore wind turbines with cable-stay reinforcements offers operators a cost-effective way to extend the lifespan of aging assets. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026

Wildlife including bats and birds are increasingly being negatively impacted by wind turbines and solar farms, leading to biodiversity loss, ecosystem strain and changed patterns which could have long-lasting consequences. — Indrabati Lahiri, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026

The yacht also features over 1,000 square feet of solar panels on the deck and topsides and three wind turbines at the stern that together power the electronic and hydraulic systems. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 July 2026

Much of that comes from sales of offshore and onshore wind turbines. — Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 2 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above