Viticulture: meaning, definitions and examples

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viticulture

 

[ ˈvɪtɪˌkʌltʃər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

wine production

Viticulture is the science and study of grapevines, particularly for the purpose of wine production. It encompasses the processes of grape growing, harvesting, and the various environmental factors that affect grape quality. Understanding viticulture is essential for producing high-quality wines.

Synonyms

grape growing, vine cultivation

Examples of usage

  • The region is known for its advanced techniques in viticulture.
  • Viticulture requires a deep understanding of climate and soil.
  • Many universities offer programs focused on viticulture.
  • Sustainable viticulture practices are becoming increasingly popular.

Translations

Translations of the word "viticulture" in other languages:

🇵🇹 viticultura

🇮🇳 वाइन उत्पादन

🇩🇪 Weinbau

🇮🇩 vitikultur

🇺🇦 виноградарство

🇵🇱 winarstwo

🇯🇵 ブドウ栽培

🇫🇷 viticulture

🇪🇸 viticultura

🇹🇷 bağcılık

🇰🇷 포도 재배

🇸🇦 زراعة العنب

🇨🇿 vinařství

🇸🇰 vinohradníctvo

🇨🇳 葡萄种植

🇸🇮 vinogradništvo

🇮🇸 vínrækt

🇰🇿 виноградарлық

🇬🇪 ღვინის მოყვანა

🇦🇿 üzümçülük

🇲🇽 viticultura

Word origin

The term 'viticulture' originates from the Latin word 'vitis', which means 'vine'. This word has been used since antiquity to refer to the cultivation of grapevines. The practice of viticulture dates back thousands of years, with evidence of grape cultivation found in ancient civilizations such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Greece. The techniques and knowledge surrounding viticulture have evolved over centuries, influenced by geographical regions and their unique climate conditions. As wine production became a more prominent industry, particularly in Europe, the study of viticulture expanded, leading to the establishment of specialized fields of science dedicated to improving grape quality and wine production methods. Today, viticulture merges traditional practices with modern scientific techniques, focusing on aspects such as terroir, climate adaptation, and sustainable agriculture.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,013 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.