Meaning of the word pinwheel in English
What does pinwheel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pinwheel
US /ˈpɪn.wiːl/
UK /ˈpɪn.wiːl/
Noun
1.
a toy consisting of a plastic or paper wheel with vanes that spins on a stick when blown by the wind
Example:
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The child ran through the park, holding a colorful pinwheel.
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The garden was decorated with many spinning pinwheels.
2.
a fireworks device that spins rapidly while emitting sparks
Example:
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The grand finale of the fireworks show featured a giant spinning pinwheel.
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The children watched in awe as the pinwheel firework spun and sparkled.
Verb
to spin or rotate like a pinwheel
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The dancer began to pinwheel across the stage, her skirt flowing.
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The helicopter blades began to pinwheel faster and faster.