vineyard

noun

vine·​yard ˈvin-yərd How to pronounce vineyard (audio)
 British also  -ˌyärd
1
: a planting of grapevines
2
: a sphere of activity : field of endeavor
toilers in the vineyard of diplomacyDaniel Schorr

Examples of vineyard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Inspired by its vineyard estate in Bordeaux, this American brand offers French ranges, which are generally renowned for their tradition of classic design for exquisite cuisine. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2024 As a result, emergency requests for vineyard removals have exceeded the capacity of heavy equipment operators to complete them. Louis Sahagún, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2024 For an immersive stay in Champagne, the beautiful 12-room Château de Sacy sits in a charming village in the heart of the vineyards. Monica Mendal, Vogue, 28 Mar. 2024 Those seeds planted several years ago led to the expansion of their vineyard to be known nationwide and in Oregon. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 28 Mar. 2024 Up to 65 percent of Australia's traditional vineyards might become unsuitable. Matt Simon, WIRED, 26 Mar. 2024 Some wine tasting at any of the great vineyards around. Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2024 And their vineyard investment in Augusta, Missouri, has generated attention. Detroit Free Press, 12 Mar. 2024 The trend slowed significantly in the early 2000s as California vineyard plantings exceeded demand, according to Spencer. Louis Sahagún, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 19 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

vineyard

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