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

Many in the dressing room, Vini Jr included, are still adjusting.

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Vini, who had started every match until then, was told he would be a substitute.

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Vini Jr, used to being indulged, has found it hard to adapt.

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Only the fans, club, and Vini Jr's teammates.

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The manager knows he needs the player's intensity and unpredictability, while Vini Jr recognises open confrontation would only hurt him and the team.

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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.