vineyard

noun

vine·​yard ˈvin-yərd How to pronounce vineyard (audio)
British also -ˌyärd
Synonyms of vineyardnext
1
: a planting of grapevines
2
: a sphere of activity : field of endeavor
Toilers in the vineyard of diplomacy …Daniel Schorr

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This arrangement worked well until the vine-killing louse made its way from Bordeaux to Rioja and destroyed the vineyards there, which upended the region’s industry for decades. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 26 June 2026 That future also includes experimentation in the vineyard and cellar. Emily Cappiello, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 Scenic cruising through the Moselle Valley reveals a landscape of steep vineyards and hilltop castles, complemented by AmaWaterways’ exclusive tour of Burg Lahneck Castle and its storied past. Condé Nast Traveler, 25 June 2026 Pacific Coast Paradise route, California to Washington Stretching for more than 1,000 miles, this route connects Seattle to Santa Barbara, snaking past major cities, picture-perfect vineyards, and national parks and forests along the way. Sarah Rose, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for vineyard

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of vineyard was in the 14th century

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“Vineyard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vineyard. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

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vineyard

noun
vine·​yard ˈvin-yərd How to pronounce vineyard (audio)
: a field of grapevines
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