winery

noun

win·​ery ˈwī-nə-rē How to pronounce winery (audio)
ˈwīn-rē
plural wineries
: a wine-making establishment

Examples of winery in a Sentence

We took a tour of the winery.
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The winery has a longstanding reputation for its 5-acre cabernet franc vineyard. — Laura Ness, Mercury News, 5 July 2026 On the eastern coast between Kamari and Monolithos, the winery occupies a former tomato paste factory from the early 20th century. — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Tickets cost $90 per person for lunch and $140 per person for dinner, including a drink token for participating breweries and wineries in the area (alcohol isn’t permitted on the covered bridge). — Midwest Living, 6 July 2026 In addition to many different wineries in the company’s lineup, there are a few spirits brands and distilleries including Minden Mill, Ampersand, and the Loch Lomond Group portfolio. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for winery

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of winery was in 1882

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“Winery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/winery. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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