noun
Merlot
m-LOH
Merlot (noun) means a variety of dark-skinned wine grape, or the red wine made from it. Example: “We ordered a glass of merlot to go with the steak.”
noun
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A variety of dark-skinned wine grape, or the red wine made from it.
"We ordered a glass of merlot to go with the steak."
How to use Merlot
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA type of red wine grape, or the wine made from it, known for being smooth and easy to drink.
Common pairings
a glass of merlot
merlot grapes
dry merlot
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Word forms
- Plural
- Merlots
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Etymology
From French, a diminutive of merle ("blackbird"), likely a nod to the grape's dark, blackbird-like colour.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Merlot” mean?
The word “Merlot” means a variety of dark-skinned wine grape, or the red wine made from it. In plain terms, a type of red wine grape, or the wine made from it, known for being smooth and easy to drink.
How do you pronounce “Merlot”?
“Merlot” is pronounced m-LOH (/mɝˈloʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Merlot” in a sentence?
Here is “Merlot” used in a sentence: “We ordered a glass of merlot to go with the steak.”
What part of speech is “Merlot”?
“Merlot” is a noun.
Where does the word “Merlot” come from?
The word “Merlot” comes from French. From French, a diminutive of merle ("blackbird"), likely a nod to the grape's dark, blackbird-like colour.
