Definition

The process of making wine from grapes or other fruits by fermentation.

Example

The vinification of the grapes took several weeks to complete.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the process of vinification?

Not really, but it sounds interesting!

It's fascinating how grapes turn into wine through fermentation and vinification.

I guess that's what makes each wine so unique!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vinification is formed from "vinum" (meaning wine) and "-fication" (meaning the process of making or doing). The word refers to the process of making wine from grapes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vinum' as wine and '-fication' as the process of making something — vinification is the process of making wine.

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