Definition

The practice of growing grapevines for the purpose of making wine.

Example

Viniculture is essential for producing high-quality wines.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of viniculture?

Yeah, it's all about growing grapes for wine, right?

Exactly! I find it fascinating how much care goes into viniculture.

It really is interesting, especially when you think about the different wine flavors.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Viniculture → It is formed from "vinum" (meaning wine) and "cultura" (meaning cultivation). The word refers to the cultivation of grapevines for winemaking.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wine' ('vinum') being 'cultivated' ('cultura') — that's why viniculture means the cultivation of grapes for wine.

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