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wind turbine

noun

Definition of wind turbine

  1. :  a wind-driven turbine for generating electricity

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First Known Use of wind turbine

1909

WIND TURBINE Defined for English Language Learners

wind turbine

noun

Definition of wind turbine for English Language Learners

  • : a tall structure that has large blades attached to an engine and that is used to produce electricity

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  1. See words that rhyme with wind turbine Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about wind turbine

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