Definition

A type of glass that has a stem and is used for drinking wine.

Example

She raised her wineglass to toast the happy couple.

Conversation

I just bought a beautiful new wineglass for our dinner party.

That sounds great! What does it look like?

It's tall with a delicate stem, perfect for red wine.

I can't wait to see it; it'll add a nice touch to the table!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wineglass → It is formed from "wine" (from Old English *win*, meaning fermented grape juice) and "glass" (from Old English *glæs*, meaning a transparent material). The word "wineglass" refers to a glass specifically designed for drinking wine.

Memory Tip

Think of a glass made for holding 'wine' — that's why a wineglass is a glass for wine.

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