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Oenologist: meaning, definitions and examples

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oenologist

 

[ ee-nol-uh-jist ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

wine expert

An oenologist is a scientist who specializes in the study of wine and winemaking. They are involved in developing and improving the quality of wine through various techniques and scientific analysis. Oenologists play a crucial role in the wine industry, often working closely with vineyards and wineries to ensure the best possible product.

Synonyms

viticulturist, wine scientist, wine specialist

Examples of usage

  • An oenologist can identify the optimal conditions for grape growing.
  • The oenologist conducted tests to ensure the wine's quality.
  • Many wineries hire an oenologist for their expertise in wine production.

Translations

Translations of the word "oenologist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 oenólogo

🇮🇳 वाइन विशेषज्ञ

🇩🇪 Önologe

🇮🇩 oenolog

🇺🇦 енолог

🇵🇱 oenolog

🇯🇵 ワイン学者

🇫🇷 œnologue

🇪🇸 oenólogo

🇹🇷 oenolog

🇰🇷 와인학자

🇸🇦 خبير النبيذ

🇨🇿 oenolog

🇸🇰 oenológ

🇨🇳 葡萄酒学家

🇸🇮 oenolog

🇮🇸 vínfræðingur

🇰🇿 винотанушы

🇬🇪 ღვინის სპეციალისტი

🇦🇿 şərab mütəxəssisi

🇲🇽 oenólogo

Word origin

The term 'oenologist' comes from the Greek word 'oinos', meaning 'wine', combined with the suffix '-logy', which denotes 'study' or 'science'. This term highlights the scientific aspects of winemaking and the study of wines. The profession has its roots in ancient wine-making traditions, but it became more formalized in the 20th century with the growth of the wine industry and the need for specialized knowledge. As wine production evolved, so did the role of the oenologist, who now applies scientific principles and techniques to improve wine quality and understanding. In modern times, oenologists may work in laboratories, vineyards, or wineries, where they analyze various factors affecting wine flavor, aroma, and overall quality.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,470, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.