vino

¹ American  

[vee-noh] / ˈvi noʊ /

noun

Informal.

plural

vinos

1. wine; specifically, red Italian wine, as chianti.

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vino- ² American  

1. variant of vini-.

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vino British  

/ ˈviːnəʊ /

noun

1. an informal word for wine

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Usage

What does vino- mean? Vino- is a combining form used like a prefix meaning “wine.” It is used in a few scientific terms connected to wine-making.Vino- comes from the Latin vīnum, meaning “wine.” The English word wine also ultimately comes from the Latin vīnum.What are variants of vino-?Vini-, as in viniculture, is a variant of vino-. Vin- is another variant, especially before a vowel.Want to know more? Read our Words That Use vini- and Words That Use vin- articles.

Etymology

Origin of vino

1895–1900; < Italian: wine

Example Sentences

Hasta que Johnny se jubiló y vino a Estados Unidos hace siete años, sólo veía a su hijo en persona dos o tres veces al año, durante unas dos semanas cada vez.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2023

Sin embargo, esa enorme fama vino con un inconveniente.

From New York Times • Oct. 30, 2022

A digital carousel showcases a selection of vino that’d make a collector red with envy.

From Washington Post • Jun. 20, 2022

He couldn’t have predicted the wind catching hold of the vino and blowing it all over new track general manager Jill Gregory.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 8, 2022

"I despise vino blanco," I say; "I'd as soon drink weak vinegar."

From Under the Southern Cross by Rae, John