envine

/ˈɛnvɑɪn/

Definitions

1. verb

to encircle or surround something, especially with a vine or other plant growth.

“The trees envine the old castle walls, slowly reclaiming them with their roots.”

2. verb

to cultivate or grow vines, especially for use in wine production.

“The vintner envines the best grape varieties to create a fine wine.”

3. noun

a vine or plant growth that has encircled something.

“The stone wall is covered in a thick envine of ivy and moss.”

Synonyms

  • encircle
  • entwine
  • environ

Antonyms

  • disentangle
  • separate