vini-

Also vin-,

1. a combining form meaning “wine,” used in the formation of compound words.

   viniculture.

vini-

combining form

1. indicating wine

   viniculture

Word History and Origins

Origin of vini-¹

From Latin vīni-, combining form of vīnum

Word History and Origins

Origin of vini-¹

from Latin vīnum

Example Sentences

"Vini had a great impact... we told him this morning he could be so important," Alonso told reporters.

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Against Villarreal, when Vini went to ground, he looked up at Mbappe.

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It coincided with the arrival of Xabi Alonso, but it has more to do with the player and his advisers holding fire until they understand his role in the team - now that Mbappe is the boss - and considering that Xabi has promised Rodrygo to play him on the left, a battle Vini Jr has won for now.

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During the summer, United's spine was ripped out as three key players left - defender Anel Ahmedhodzic, midfielder Vini Souza and striker Kieffer Moore.

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Drummer Vini “Mad Dog” Lopez and keyboardist David Sancious had departed, with drummer Max Weinberg and pianist Roy Bittan filling their shoes.

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When To Use

What does vini- mean?

Vini- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “wine.” It is used in a few scientific terms connected to wine-making.Vino- comes from the Latin vīnum, meaning “wine.” The English word wine also ultimately comes from the Latin vīnum.What are variants of vini-?Vino-, as in vinometer, is a variant of vini-. . Vin- is another variant, especially before a vowel.Want to know more? Read our Words That Use vino- and Words That Use vin- articles.