Vintage
Pronunciation: /ˈvɪntɪdʒ/
Vintage (noun)
- The year when grapes were harvested to make a particular wine.
- A period when something was made, often seen as high quality or classic.
Examples
- The 1990 vintage was exceptional for red wines.
- Collectors often seek out a rare vintage for their collections.
Common collocations: rare vintage, good vintage, vintage era, vintage style, vintage clothing
Vintage (adjective)
- Describes something old but of high quality and style.
- Describes wine made from grapes harvested in a particular year.
Examples
- She wore a vintage dress to the party.
- The shop sells vintage furniture from the 1920s.