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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While its northern neighbor Tuscany may be better known as a producer of world-class wines, Umbrian vineyards are of equally compelling quality. Laura May Todd, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2025 From vineyard strolls to countryside jaunts, Europe is absolutely loaded with hiking destinations. Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2025 In the Basque County, La Rioja Alavesa’s vineyards ripple across the hillsides like a patchwork quilt, stitched together by ancient stone villages like Laguardia. Spain Tourism, Miami Herald, 18 Dec. 2025 It is located between the storied appellations of Montagne Saint-Émilion and Puisseguin Saint-Émilion and is well known in all of Bordeaux because of its unique octagonal tower, which overlooks the vineyards. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 18 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vineyard

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 24 Dec. 2025.

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vineyard

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