Definition

A place where wine is produced and often stored.

Example

We visited a beautiful winery in the countryside that offered wine tastings.

Conversation

Have you ever visited a winery?

No, but I've always wanted to go to one.

You should! They often have tours and tastings.

That sounds amazing! I’d love to try some local wines.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Winery → It is formed from "wine" (from Old English *win*, meaning fermented grape juice) and "-ery" (meaning a place associated with a specific activity). A winery is a place where wine is produced.

Memory Tip

Think of a place where wine is made — the root 'wine' refers to the fermented drink, and '-ery' indicates a location for that activity.

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