tide mill

noun

1. a mill operated by the tidal movement of water.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tide mill¹

First recorded in 1630–40

Example Sentences

"If you've never seen the Tide Mill before, do look at it," she went on.

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"They seem to have soured the disposition of the Tide Mill," ventured Sylvia.

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He recalled, too, that she had made some comment on the Tide Mill.

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I don't propose to go over to the Tide Mill afoot and alone.

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At the point where the curving shore ran out to sea stood a large deserted tide mill on posts, midway in the water.

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