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grapevine

The correct spelling is grapevine.

How to pronounce grapevine

noun

Say it like: Gra-pev-ine

The correct spelling is grapevine. The plant, a vine of genus Vitis, on which grapes grow. For example: "Although many grape vines have geographical names, those rarely reflect their real origin, if known at all."

Usage Examples

Although many grape vines have geographical names, those rarely reflect their real origin, if known at all.

I heard through the grapevine that Jim will be leaving soon.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The plant, a vine of genus Vitis, on which grapes grow.
  2. 2.A rumor.
  3. 3.An informal person-to-person means of circulating information or gossip.
  4. 4.A move in which the feet are alternately placed in front of each other, while both remaining on the ice or ground, incorporating half-turns.
  5. 5.A leglock.

verb

  1. 1.To restrain in a leglock.

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