vineyard

American  

[vin-yerd] / ˈvɪn yərd /

noun

1. a plantation of grapevines, especially one producing grapes for winemaking.

2. a sphere of activity, especially on a high spiritual plane.

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vineyard British  

/ ˈvɪnjəd /

noun

1. a plantation of grapevines, esp where wine grapes are produced

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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

The winery’s founder, Aldo Vaira, was one of the first Piedmont producers to farm his vineyards organically, more than 50 years ago.

From The Wall Street Journal

One thing leads to another, and lo and behold, she discovers that his family owns the vineyard that she wants to claim for her company.

From Los Angeles Times

The Estate Cab is a blend of various vineyard sites within the Alexander Valley, some of them high-elevation.

From The Wall Street Journal

Minka Kelly plays a hotshot executive — shorthand for misguided, unfulfilled — out to acquire a French Champagne vineyard.

From Los Angeles Times

The research team is also refining vineyard management techniques, such as leaf removal, fertilization, and irrigation, to further enhance grape quality.

From Science Daily