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Oenophile: meaning, definitions and examples

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oenophile

 

[ ˌiːnəˈfaɪl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

wine lover

An oenophile is a person who enjoys wine and has a deep appreciation for its complexity and nuances. They often seek out different types of wines and may even study the process of winemaking and the various grape varieties.

Synonyms

wine aficionado, wine connoisseur, wine enthusiast

Examples of usage

  • As an oenophile, she spent her weekends visiting different wineries.
  • His friends considered him an oenophile because he could distinguish between different vintages.
  • The oenophile curated a special wine tasting event for the local community.

Translations

Translations of the word "oenophile" in other languages:

🇵🇹 oenófilo

🇮🇳 शराब प्रेमी

🇩🇪 Weinkenner

🇮🇩 pecinta anggur

🇺🇦 винофіл

🇵🇱 koneser wina

🇯🇵 ワイン愛好家

🇫🇷 œnophile

🇪🇸 oenófilo

🇹🇷 şarap tutkunu

🇰🇷 와인 애호가

🇸🇦 عاشق النبيذ

🇨🇿 oenofil

🇸🇰 oenofil

🇨🇳 葡萄酒爱好者

🇸🇮 oenofil

🇮🇸 vínunnandi

🇰🇿 виношыл

🇬🇪 ღვინის მოყვარული

🇦🇿 şarap sevən

🇲🇽 oenófilo

Word origin

The term 'oenophile' comes from the Greek words 'oinos', meaning 'wine', and 'philos', meaning 'loving' or 'fond of'. The word reflects the longstanding human fascination with wine, dating back to ancient civilizations such as the Greeks and Romans, who not only cultivated vineyards but also celebrated wine in their cultures. Historically, wine has been attributed with various social and health benefits, further fueling interest. As the world of wine has evolved, so too has the community of oenophiles, who often engage in tastings, wine pairings with food, and the exploration of various wine regions and styles. The rise of oenophilia has also been supported by the availability of wine education courses and the explosion of wine-related media, catering to those who wish to deepen their knowledge about this storied beverage.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,958, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.