A vine is a plant with a weak stem that grows by climbingmoving upward by holding onto something for support, twiningwinding around a support as it grows, or spreading along another surface for support. It is a common word in gardening, botanythe scientific study of plants, and everyday speech.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /vaɪn/
Easy pronunciation: VINE (approximate spelling).
Stress: One syllable, with the vowel stressed.
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Vine Meaning
a plant that grows by climbing or spreading over something for support
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a plant with a weak stem that derives support from climbing, twining, or creeping along a surface
Example: The vine climbed up the fence and covered it with leaves.
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Common Mistakes
- Do not confuse vine with wine, which is an alcoholic drink.
- Vine usually refers to the plant itself, not just any climbing branch or stem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does vine mean?
A vine is a plant with a weak stem that grows by climbing, twining, or spreading along a surface for support.
What is a synonym for vine?
There are no strong everyday synonyms supplied for this sense in the source data.
Is vine the same as wine?
No. Vine is a plant, while wine is an alcoholic drink.
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