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wine

[waɪn]

wine Definition

  • 1an alcoholic drink made from fermented grapes or other fruits
  • 2a dark purplish-red color resembling the color of red wine

Using wine: Examples

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

  • Example

    I love to drink a glass of wine with dinner.

  • Example

    The restaurant has an extensive wine list.

  • Example

    She spilled red wine on her white shirt.

  • Example

    The grapes were used to make wine.

wine Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for wine

  • vino
  • grape juice
  • red wine
  • white wine
  • rosé

Idioms Using wine

  • something of good quality does not need to be advertised

    Example

    The restaurant's reputation speaks for itself; good wine needs no bush.

  • wine and roses

    a life of ease and luxury

    Example

    He thought that being a famous actor would be all wine and roses, but he soon realized it was a lot of hard work.

  • wine and song

    enjoyment of good food, drink, and music

    Example

    The party was a wine and song affair, with guests dancing and singing late into the night.

Phrases with wine

  • wine and dine

    to entertain someone by treating them to food and drink, especially in a luxurious or lavish setting

    Example

    The company's CEO wined and dined the potential investors at an expensive restaurant.

  • the activity of sampling and evaluating different wines

    Example

    We went on a wine tasting tour in Napa Valley.

  • a warm beverage made with red wine, spices, and fruit, often served during the winter holidays

    Example

    We enjoyed a cup of mulled wine by the fireplace on Christmas Eve.

Origins of wine

from Old English 'win', from Proto-Germanic 'winam'

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Summary: wine in Brief

The term 'wine' [waɪn] refers to an alcoholic drink made from fermented grapes or other fruits, as well as a dark purplish-red color. It is commonly associated with phrases like 'wine and dine,' which means to entertain someone with food and drink, and 'wine tasting,' the activity of sampling and evaluating different wines. Idioms like 'good wine needs no bush' suggest that something of good quality does not need to be advertised.

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