vine
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for vine, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A climbing or trailing plant with a flexible stem, especially one that produces grapes.
Synonyms
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How to use vine
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French vigne, from Latin vīnea, related to vīnum, "wine."
Full origin of vine →Frequently asked questions
What does “vine” mean?
The word “vine” means a climbing or trailing plant with a flexible stem, especially one that produces grapes. In plain terms, a climbing plant, especially the kind that grows grapes.
How do you pronounce “vine”?
“Vine” is pronounced VYN (/ˈvaɪ̯n/ in IPA).
How do you use “vine” in a sentence?
Here is “vine” used in a sentence: “They walked through rows of vines heavy with ripe grapes.”
What part of speech is “vine”?
“Vine” is a noun.
Where does the word “vine” come from?
The word “vine” comes from Latin. From Old French vigne, from Latin vīnea, related to vīnum, "wine.".
Is “vine” a common word?
“Vine” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between a 'vine' and a 'creeper'?
Both terms describe plants that grow along surfaces rather than standing upright, but 'vine' is the more general and common term, often specifically associated with grape-producing plants. 'Creeper' is used more broadly for any trailing or climbing plant and is somewhat more informal or regional.
Does 'vine' always refer to grapes?
No, while 'vine' is especially associated with the grape-producing plant, it is also used generally for any climbing or trailing plant with a flexible stem, such as ivy or a pumpkin vine. Context determines whether a grape plant or another climbing plant is meant.
What does it mean to say a plant 'vines' or is 'vining'?
When used as a verb, 'vine' or 'vining' describes a plant's growth habit of climbing or trailing along a surface using a flexible stem. Gardeners often use 'vining' as an adjective, as in a 'vining tomato' variety, to distinguish it from bushy or upright types.