Meaning of the word windfall in English
What does windfall mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
windfall
US /ˈwɪnd.fɑːl/
UK /ˈwɪnd.fɔːl/
Noun
1.
a piece of unexpected good fortune, typically one involving money
Example:
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The lottery win was a complete windfall for the struggling family.
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The company received a huge windfall from the sale of its subsidiary.
2.
a fruit blown down from a tree by the wind
Example:
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After the storm, the ground was covered with windfalls.
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We collected the windfalls to make cider.