Wine

Definition

Wine refers to an alcoholic beverage made from the fermented juice of grapes, typically consumed for its flavor, aroma, and cultural significance. It can also refer to beverages made from other fruits through fermentation.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb (archaic, transitive)

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /waɪn/
• Respelling: WYN

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /waɪn/
• Respelling: WYN

Etymology

The word "wine" originates from Old English "wīn," which came from Latin "vinum," meaning "wine" or "grapevine." The term is derived from Proto-Italic "*winom" and Proto-Indo-European "*win-o-," referring to fermented grape juice.

Derivatives

• Winery (noun)
• Wineglass (noun)
• Winemaking (noun)
• Winegrower (noun)
• Winey (adjective)

Synonyms

• Vino
• Alcohol
• Beverage

Antonyms

• Water
• Soda
• None

Usage

The noun "wine" is widely used to describe fermented grape beverages, as in "She prefers red wine over white." It also appears in cultural and metaphorical contexts, such as "He aged like fine wine."

Related Terms

• Grapevine: A plant used to produce grapes for winemaking.
• Fermentation: The process through which wine is made.
• Sommelier: A wine steward or expert.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• An alcoholic beverage made from fermented grape juice: Refers to a traditional drink with varying types such as red, white, and sparkling.
  • Example: "The wine from this vineyard has won multiple awards."
• A beverage made from other fermented fruits: Refers to non-grape wines like apple or cherry wine.
  • Example: "She enjoys a glass of elderberry wine after dinner."

Verb (archaic, transitive)

• To supply or indulge with wine: Refers to the act of serving or drinking wine.
  • Example: "He wined and dined his guests at the banquet."