wine cellar

noun

: a room for storing wines
also : a stock of wines

Examples of wine cellar in a Sentence

She has built up an impressive wine cellar over the years.
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Amenities include soaring ceilings, walk-in closets, a full gym, 11-seat movie theater, 500-bottle wine cellar, billiards room, tennis court, resort-style pool, 15-car garage, and stunning tropical gardens. Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026 The bottom-most level, meanwhile, is spotlighted by a soundproof movie theater, a 1,000-bottle wine cellar, and a wellness wing with a gym, a sauna, and a tranquil rock waterfall. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 29 July 2026 Other highlights of the home included a movie theater, a wine cellar, an office, and a private terrace off of the spacious primary suite. Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 24 July 2026 One level below, The Floor is home to the open kitchen where local ingredients are combined with tradition and complemented by the scenic wine cellar. Jason Phillips, USA Today, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for wine cellar

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wine cellar was in the 14th century

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“Wine cellar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wine%20cellar. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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