vine

/vaɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

A plant with a long stem that produces grapes or other fruit.

“The grapevine grew along the trellis in the backyard.”

2. noun

A thread or cord of fibers used for sewing or weaving.

“She used a piece of vine to sew the torn seam.”

3. verb

To produce or grow vines, especially of a particular kind.

“The gardener vined the trellis with the new grapes.”

4. verb

To support or train plants to grow along a trellis or other support.

“The gardener vined the roses along the fence.”

Synonyms

  • gallimaufry
  • stem

Antonyms

  • bough
  • branch