noun
Shiraz
shih-RAHZ
Shiraz (noun) means a dark-skinned grape variety used for making red wine, also called Syrah. Example: “The vineyard specialised in bold, peppery shiraz.”
noun
1
A dark-skinned grape variety used for making red wine, also called Syrah.
"The vineyard specialised in bold, peppery shiraz."
2
A red wine made from this grape.
"They ordered a bottle of Australian shiraz with dinner."
How to use Shiraz
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA type of dark red wine grape, and the wine made from it.
UK vs US
Called Shiraz in Australia and the UK, but often labelled Syrah in France and the US.
Easily confused with
syrah
Common pairings
glass of shiraz
shiraz grape
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Word forms
- Plural
- Shirazes
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Etymology
Named after the Iranian city of Shiraz, from Persian شیراز, long associated with winemaking history.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Shiraz” mean?
The word “Shiraz” means a dark-skinned grape variety used for making red wine, also called Syrah. In plain terms, a type of dark red wine grape, and the wine made from it.
How do you pronounce “Shiraz”?
“Shiraz” is pronounced shih-RAHZ (/ʃɪˈɹɑːz/ in IPA).
How do you use “Shiraz” in a sentence?
Here is “Shiraz” used in a sentence: “The vineyard specialised in bold, peppery shiraz.”
What part of speech is “Shiraz”?
“Shiraz” is a noun.
Where does the word “Shiraz” come from?
The word “Shiraz” comes from Persian. Named after the Iranian city of Shiraz, from Persian شیراز, long associated with winemaking history.
How many meanings does “Shiraz” have?
“Shiraz” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dark-skinned grape variety used for making red wine, also called Syrah.
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