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Windmills and Watermills

A windmill is a mill that converts the energy of wind into rotational energy by means of vanes called sails or blades.
A watermill or water mill is a mill that utilizes hydropower.

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Centuries ago, windmills usually were used to mill grain, pump water, or both. 
Watermill uses a water wheel or water turbine to drive milling, rolling, or hammering.


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