Winy: meaning, definitions and examples

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winy

 

[ หˆwษชni ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

wine-related

Winy describes a flavor or aroma that is characteristic of wine, often implying a richness or depth that is typically associated with fermented grape beverages. This term can refer to both the taste of the wine itself and other foods or drinks that exhibit similar qualities. It is often used in the context of tasting notes, where a particular profile is highlighted for its resemblance to wine. Winy can also suggest a certain level of sophistication or complexity in flavor.

Synonyms

fermented, grapey, vinous

Examples of usage

  • The cheese had a winy aftertaste that complemented the Cabernet.
  • His cooking often features winy notes, particularly in sauces.
  • The dessert was surprisingly winy, enhancing the chocolate flavor.

Translations

Translations of the word "winy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น vinho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคพเค‡เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wein

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ anggur

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะธะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wino

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฏใ‚คใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท vin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ vino

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ลŸarap

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์™€์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุจูŠุฐ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vรญno

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vรญno

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‘ก่„้…’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vino

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรญn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฒะธะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฆแƒ•แƒ˜แƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸษ™rab

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ vino

Etymology

The word 'winy' is derived from the word 'wine,' which has its origins in Old French 'vin' and Latin 'vinum,' meaning 'vine' or 'wine.' The term has evolved over time to describe characteristics that evoke the essence of wine. Its usage in English dates back to the late 14th century, linking closely with the growing appreciation of wine culture in Western Europe. As wine became more prevalent in society, terms associated with its flavor profile emerged, such as winy, to capture the sensory experience of consumption. This reflects not just the substance but also the lifestyle and customs surrounding wine drinking, further embedding the term into the language of gastronomy.