viniculture

noun

vi·​ni·​cul·​ture ˈvi-nə-ˌkəl-chər How to pronounce viniculture (audio) ˈvī- How to pronounce viniculture (audio)
: viticulture

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The state's viniculture revolution, however, started in West Texas and was originally associated with research at Texas Tech University. — Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024 At the same time, great viniculture nations like Italy are having to adapt to the waning popularity of red wine, as younger drinkers opt for trendy craft beers and fizzy whites — or swear off alcohol entirely. — Vivek Wadhwa, Fortune Europe, 19 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Latin vinum + International Scientific Vocabulary -i- + culture

First Known Use

1871, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of viniculture was in 1871

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“Viniculture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viniculture. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

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