Pinwheel: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ช๏ธ
pinwheel
[ หpษชnหwษชl ]
toy, decoration
A pinwheel is a children's toy or a decorative object consisting of a wheel with blades that spin when blown by the wind. Usually made of paper or plastic, pinwheels are often seen at fairs and festivals, providing colorful moving displays. They can also be used in gardens as a way to deter pests. The spinning motion creates a playful visual effect, making them popular for outdoor parties and events.
Synonyms
spinning toy, whirligig
Examples of usage
- The kids laughed as their pinwheels spun in the wind.
- She decorated the garden with colorful pinwheels.
- He won a prize for the most creative pinwheel design.
Translations
Translations of the word "pinwheel" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cata-vento
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคฐเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Windrad
๐ฎ๐ฉ kincir angin
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒััััะบ
๐ต๐ฑ wiatraczek
๐ฏ๐ต ้ขจ่ป
๐ซ๐ท moulin ร vent
๐ช๐ธ molino de viento
๐น๐ท rรผzgar gรผlรผ
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฐ๋๊ฐ๋น
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏููุงุฑ ุงูุฑูุงุญ
๐จ๐ฟ vฤtrnรญk
๐ธ๐ฐ veternรญk
๐จ๐ณ ้ฃ่ฝฆ
๐ธ๐ฎ veternik
๐ฎ๐ธ vindmylla
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะตะป ะณะตะฝะตัะฐัะพัั
๐ฌ๐ช แฅแแ แแก แฌแแกแฅแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kรผlษk dษyirmanฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ molino de viento
Etymology
The term 'pinwheel' dates back to the 16th century and is a compound of two parts: 'pin', which refers to the small pointed piece that holds the blades in place, and 'wheel', which denotes its circular shape. Pinwheels have been known in various cultures, often made from simple materials like paper or light wood. The concept serves not only as a toy but also as a symbol of wind and movement in nature. In historical contexts, pinwheels were also used in various forms of celebration and public display, leading to their colorful presence in modern festivals and decorations. The simple mechanics of a pinwheel make it an essential item in childhood and cultural festivities worldwide.