vindemiate

/vɪndɪˈmeɪɪət/

Definitions

1. verb

to harvest, especially grapes, in a late or unripe state

“The vineyard owner was forced to vindemiate his grapes early due to the approaching frost.”

2. noun

the act of harvesting, especially grapes, in a late or unripe state

“The vindemiate was done quickly to prevent damage to the crops.”

Synonyms

  • gather
  • harvest

Antonyms

  • mature
  • ripen