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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Over the next eight years, the exes were engulfed in an ongoing legal battle, launching separate proceedings over custody of their six children and control of their French vineyard Château Miraval. Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 29 May 2026 Estate manager Luigi Peroni and winemaker Vincenzo Pirrone craft a complex version of Sangiovese from estate vineyards. Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 28 May 2026 The complimentary glass of sangria upon check in made with rosé from the vineyard made a refreshing first impression. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 May 2026 They’re often sourced from the finest farms and vineyards, and they aren’t cut or poured with cheap filler materials. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 May 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 4 Jun. 2026.

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vineyard

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