vino

noun

vi·​no ˈvē-(ˌ)nō How to pronounce vino (audio)
plural vinos
: wine

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Think of it as a one-stop destination for top-notch wellness, incredible vino, and unique custom experiences in California’s Wine Country. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026 Cristo Jesús vino para ayudarnos a vernos de esta manera, y enseñó a sus seguidores a sanar el pecado, la enfermedad y la muerte. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Oct. 2026 As a result, what’s traditionally consumed within the country is largely the beloved tinto, so named for the dark undertones in red wine (vino tinto). — Nikkita Nair, Saveur, 10 Sep. 2026 Patio service via wine window, known as a buchette del vino, is part of the plan, with the wine program focusing on regions and producers that match the seasonal food. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vino

Word History

Etymology

Italian & Spanish, from Latin vinum

First Known Use

circa 1919, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of vino was circa 1919

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“Vino.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vino. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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