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A windmill (wind pump) is a structure or machine that converts wind into usable energy through the rotation of a wheel made up of adjustable blades. (How Products are Made) For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click on the related links section (Answers.com) indicated at the bottom of this answer box.

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