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vineyard
noun
vine·yard
ˈvin-yərd
British also -ˌyärd
1
: a planting of grapevines
2
: a sphere of activity : field of endeavor
toilers in the vineyard of diplomacy—
Daniel Schorr
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The country features a diverse landscape and boasts everything from picturesque vineyards and waterfront golf courses to dramatic mountains perfect for skiing and more.
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Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2025
The city of Dijon was once a seat of medieval power, but long before the Gothic architecture, vineyards and mustard fields built the identity of the region, the land belonged to the Gauls.
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2025
The couple resided on a farm and vineyard with many animals.
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Abigail Lee, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025
The fires left most vineyards and tourism infrastructure undamaged and by early 2018 hotel occupancy and revenue were ahead of the year before, according to a local tourism organization, Visit Napa Valley.
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Christopher Reynolds, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2025
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Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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The first known use of vineyard was
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“Vineyard.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vineyard. Accessed 14 Feb. 2025.
Kids Definition
vineyard
noun
vine·yard
ˈvin-yərd
: a field of grapevines
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