vintage

[ˈvɪntɪdʒ]

vintage Definition

denoting something from the past of high quality, especially something representing the best of its kind.

Using vintage: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vintage" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She wore a vintage dress to the party.

  • Example

    The car was a vintage model from the 1950s.

  • Example

    The wine was a vintage from 1995.

  • Example

    The store specializes in selling vintage clothing.

vintage Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for vintage

Antonyms for vintage

Phrases with vintage

  • a year in which a particularly good wine was produced

    Example

    The wine was from a vintage year and had aged well.

  • a car that was manufactured between 1919 and 1930

    Example

    He restored a vintage car from the 1920s.

  • clothing from a previous era that is considered fashionable or valuable

    Example

    She loves shopping for vintage clothing at thrift stores.

Origins of vintage

from French 'vendage', meaning 'grape harvest'

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Summary: vintage in Brief

The term 'vintage' [ˈvɪntɪdʒ] describes something from the past that is of high quality and represents the best of its kind. It can refer to clothing, cars, wine, and other items. For example, 'She wore a vintage dress to the party.' 'Vintage' extends into phrases like 'vintage year,' referring to a year in which a particularly good wine was produced, and 'vintage car,' referring to a car that was manufactured between 1919 and 1930.

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