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

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Photo : Adam Potts Photography The primary suite has a private terrace overlooking the vineyards. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 24 June 2025 The San Luis Obispo Coast AVA encompasses nearly 80 commercial vineyards, including Biddle Ranch Vineyard, Chamisal Vineyards, and Edna Valley Vineyard. Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025 Moises Sotelo-Casas, a popular Oregon vineyard owner, was detained by ICE outside his church on June 12. Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 June 2025 Water enthusiasts may feel drawn to the boating, fishing, and swimming opportunities on Lake Athens, while oenophiles will likely make their way to 3 P’s in a Vine’s winery and vineyard or Tara Vineyard & Winery. Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 17 June 2025 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 2 Jul. 2025.

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vineyard

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