Definitions

1. noun

A plant with long, trailing stems and clusters of grapes. A network of informal information or rumors, especially in a social context.

“The farmer tended to his grapevine every summer.”

2. noun

A system or network of unofficial information or communication, especially about a person’s personal life, relationships, or activities.

“Rumors spread quickly through the grapevine in the office, causing a lot of gossip.”

3. verb

To obtain or spread information or rumors, especially in a social context, often by talking to people or listening to their conversations.

“She had heard that her friend was getting married through the grapevine.”