Vineyard: meaning, definitions and examples
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vineyard
[ ˈvɪnjərd ]
grape cultivation
A vineyard is a plantation of grape-bearing vines, grown mainly for winemaking, but also raisins, table grapes and non-alcoholic grape juice.
Synonyms
grape plantation, wine estate.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| vineyard |
This is a duplicate entry. See above for context and examples. |
| grape plantation |
This term is less common and tends to imply a large-scale commercial operation. It might suggest an emphasis on the agricultural aspect rather than the winemaking. It can sometimes carry a more industrial or less romantic connotation.
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| wine estate |
This term is typically used for a property where wines are produced, emphasizing both the vineyard and the winemaking facilities. It often has a more luxurious or prestigious connotation and is suitable for upscale or formal contexts.
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Examples of usage
- The vineyard produces high-quality wine.
- She visited a beautiful vineyard in Tuscany.
- We took a tour of the vineyard and learned about the different grape varieties.
Translations
Translations of the word "vineyard" in other languages:
🇵🇹 vinhedo
🇮🇳 अंगूर का बाग
🇩🇪 Weinberg
🇮🇩 kebun anggur
🇺🇦 виноградник
🇵🇱 winnica
🇯🇵 葡萄園 (ぶどうえん)
🇫🇷 vignoble
🇪🇸 viñedo
🇹🇷 bağ
🇰🇷 포도원
🇸🇦 كرم العنب
🇨🇿 vinice
🇸🇰 vinič
🇨🇳 葡萄园 (pútáoyuán)
🇸🇮 vinograd
🇮🇸 víngarður
🇰🇿 жүзім бағы
🇬🇪 ვენახი
🇦🇿 üzüm bağı
🇲🇽 viñedo
Etymology
The word 'vineyard' originated from the combination of the words 'vine' and 'yard'. The cultivation of grapes for winemaking dates back thousands of years, with evidence of vineyards found in ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. Vineyards have played a significant role in the history of agriculture and trade, shaping the development of wine production around the world.