wind turbine

noun

: a wind-driven turbine for generating electricity

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All of the hotel’s electricity is renewable and comes from hydroelectric stations and wind turbines in Switzerland’s Gotthard region. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Jan. 2026 While new wind turbines are designed to minimize bird loss, some birds do fly into the turbines and perish. Bridget Shirvell, Hartford Courant, 26 Jan. 2026 As temperatures plunged into the single digits, equipment failed at power plants and wind turbines iced over. Sergio Candido, CBS News, 25 Jan. 2026 From rooftop solar panels to geothermal systems and small wind turbines, most clean energy options are geared toward single-family homeowners who possess a suitable rooftop, ground space or a combination of both — as well as the sufficient capital needed for installation. Calvin Ball, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wind turbine

Word History

First Known Use

1909, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wind turbine was in 1909

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“Wind turbine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wind%20turbine. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.

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