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

The spa is perfectly located to explore the local hill towns and vineyards by complimentary e-bike—one of the immense pleasures of staying here. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026

The number of vineyards in the Beaver State also saw a decline, shrinking by 77 to sit at a cool 1,460. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 9 July 2026

During a tour of the Hospices de Beaune vineyards the day after the charity auction, Ludivine Griveau, the estate’s régisseur and winemaker, described the impact recent heatwaves have had on the vines. — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 8 July 2026

Fresh from an expansion from 10 to 26 rooms, Songtsam Cizhong Lodge celebrates the region’s history as the brand’s first wine resort featuring private vineyard tastings where Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Meiguimi are grown. — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 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