Vinet (en. Vine)
/vi.nɛ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A vinet is a small vine or young shoot.
The vinet grows quickly in the garden.
Le vinet pousse rapidement dans le jardin.
Term used to designate vine plants bearing fruit.
This vinet will yield delicious bunches of grapes.
Ce vinet donnera des grappes de raisins savoureux.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'vīnea', relating to the vine.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to share a small drink of wine
Refers to a person who is becoming intoxicated or cheerful because of wine.
filer un vinet
to be in high spirits
Refers to a person who is healthy and thriving.
avoir du vinet
Related Words
vine
Climbing plant cultivated for its grapes.
vigne
grape
Fruit of the vine.
raisin
Slang Meanings
Vinet to describe a time of festivities and wine consumption.
It was an incredible vinet, everyone was in a good mood.
C'était un vinet incroyable, tout le monde était de bonne humeur.
Reference to a small glass of wine shared among friends.
We met up for a small drink of wine among friends.
On s'est retrouvés pour un vinet entre amis.