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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Downstairs, a wine cellar awaits, while summer days can be spent by the private pool and colder ones in the sauna. Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 25 Aug. 2026 The property includes a resort-style swimming pool, a full-size tennis court, a private casita and a wine cellar capable of holding about 5,000 bottles. David Caraccio, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2026 All wines are stored in the basement wine cellar which doubles as a private dining room that can be reserved for intimate gatherings. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Aug. 2026 La Cava, the private wine cellar and private dining event space, offers curated wine tastings and more for exclusive gatherings. Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 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 30 Aug. 2026.

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