vineyard
Americannoun
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a plantation of grapevines, especially one producing grapes for winemaking.
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a sphere of activity, especially on a high spiritual plane.
noun
Other Word Forms
- vineyardist noun
Etymology
Origin of vineyard
1300–50; Middle English ( vine, yard 2 ); replacing win ( e ) yard, Old English wīngeard
Example Sentences
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A view of the peach orchard and grape vineyard at Bloom Ranch.
From Los Angeles Times
Seedless white Thompson grapes for years dominated Indian vineyards, but shifting weather patterns, including unexpected rain at the start of this year, now cause the berries to burst, sometimes wiping out entire harvests.
From Barron's
"For decades, while laboring in the vineyards of the community, he inspired us to keep hope alive in the struggle for liberty and justice for all," the Democrat said.
From BBC
The family also owns vineyards, a fashion brand and hunting lodges in Italy and Oregon.
The region is known as the heart of the Alps and is a premier Alpine wine area, famous for the elegant reds that come from grapes grown on steep, terraced vineyards.
From Los Angeles Times
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