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English word windfall comes from Middle English wyndfall

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wyndfall (Middle English)

windfall (English)

(figuratively) A sudden large benefit; especially, a sudden or unexpected large amount of money, as from lottery or sweepstakes winnings or an unexpected inheritance or gift.. A fruit that has fallen from a tree naturally, as from wind.. Something that has been blown down by the wind.

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