Definition

To consume a beverage made from fermented grapes or other fruits.

Example

They decided to wine at the new restaurant downtown.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Do you want to go out and wine tonight?

Sure! That sounds like a great idea.

I heard there's a new place that specializes in wine tasting.

Awesome! I love trying different kinds of wine.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A drink made from the fermented juice of grapes or other fruits, often containing alcohol.

Example

They enjoyed a glass of red wine with their dinner.

Conversation

Have you tried that new restaurant downtown that serves great wine?

Not yet, but I've heard amazing things about their selection.

I went there last weekend and had a lovely glass of wine.

Definition

To provide or serve wine to someone.

Example

They decided to wine their guests during the dinner party.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Are you going to join us for dinner tonight?

I’d love to! Are you going to wine us during the meal?

Of course! I always enjoy wining my guests with a nice bottle.

Root Explanation

The word 'wine' originates from Old English 'wīn', which comes from Proto-Germanic '*wīną', meaning fermented grape juice or beverage. The term has cognates in various languages, such as Latin 'vinum' and Greek 'oinos', both meaning wine. Thus, 'wine' refers to the fermented drink made from grapes.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English 'wīn' and its connections to other languages like Latin and Greek, which all refer to the same fermented drink made from grapes.

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