vineyard

noun

vine·​yard ˈvin-yərd 

British also -ˌyärd

1

: a planting of grapevines

2

: a sphere of activity : field of endeavor

Toilers in the vineyard of diplomacy …

—Daniel Schorr

Examples of vineyard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But perhaps the most appealing nearby attraction is Lausanne’s proximity to Lavaux vineyards, a UNESCO World Heritage site stretching along the shore of Lake Geneva and east of the city. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

In addition to restaurants, The 50 also ranks the top bars, hotels and vineyards in the world. — Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2026

The most scenic stretch follows the Missouri River past wooded bluffs, farmland, vineyards, and small towns, with especially colorful views in fall. — Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2026

Production is currently underway near Santiago, Chile, at a country house by a vineyard. — Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

vineyard

noun

vine·​yard ˈvin-yərd 

: a field of grapevines