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vintage

noun
vin·​tage | \ ˈvin-tij How to pronounce vintage (audio) \

Definition of vintage

 (Entry 1 of 2)

1a(1) : a season's yield of grapes or wine from a vineyard
(2) : wine especially : a usually superior wine all or most of which comes from a single year
b : a collection of contemporaneous and similar persons or things : crop
2 : the act or time of harvesting grapes or making wine
3a : a period of origin or manufacture a piano of 1845 vintage
b : length of existence : age

vintage

adjective

Definition of vintage (Entry 2 of 2)

1 of wine : of, relating to, or produced in a particular vintage
2 : of old, recognized, and enduring interest, importance, or quality : classic
3a : dating from the past : old
4 : of the best and most characteristic used with a proper noun vintage Shaw: a wise and winning comedyTime

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Examples of vintage in a Sentence

Noun

a piano of 1845 vintage

Adjective

the designer's bracelets and necklaces have the vintage look of jewelry from the 1920s

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

With its jazzy score and heart-tugging mix of romance and yearning, Modern Love feels like vintage Woody Allen — without all the creepy baggage. Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, "The 8 must-watch new TV shows this fall," 11 Sep. 2019 The sale is 10,500 square feet of bountiful bargains, including jewelry, collectibles, vintage odds & ends, holiday décor and a vast array of household items, all for a good cause. Laura Daily And Bryan K. Chavez, The Know, "An Italian fest in Lakewood, dogs take over Water World and more cheap things to do in Denver this month," 4 Sep. 2019 Naturae Sacra Bags from Naturae Sacra are the love child of vintage-wear and minimalism. Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, "Net-a-Porter Scouted New FW19 Vanguard Brands Through Instagram," 4 Sep. 2019 But, like all things vintage, the wait is definitely worth it, especially as Lover's romantic, cozy vibes do fit the tape format as perfectly as butterfly clips and crop tops. Kara Nesvig, Teen Vogue, "Taylor Swift Released "Lover" On Cassette Tape at Urban Outfitters," 1 Sep. 2019 Her dreamy purse palace featured an immense collection of Hermès Birkin bags (there are at least 23 pieces by the brand!), vintage Prada and the entire Louis Vuitton x Supreme collaboration. Kaitlyn Frey, PEOPLE.com, "See Inside Kylie Jenner's Swoon-Worthy Designer Shoe Closet: 'I Have a Problem'," 23 Aug. 2019 Situated on 7th Street between Main and Market, guests of Another Place are welcomed by a long hall leading to a shotgun-style space with tall ceilings and plenty of vintage vibe. Lindsey Mcclave, The Courier-Journal, "This 50-year-old lunch spot is the best place to grab a sandwich in downtown Louisville," 7 Aug. 2019 The Houston Heights is known for its vintage vibe, historic homes and creative food concepts that seem to keep popping up. Rebecca Hennes, Houston Chronicle, "Where to eat in the Heights right now: Best-rated restaurants," 2 Aug. 2019 Although Conte did not deliver silverware, the tournament was a huge success for Conte's less-than-vintage Azzurri team, as his astute defensive organisation received world-wide praise. SI.com, "Antonio Conte: 6 of the Inter Manager's Greatest Coaching Achievements," 31 July 2019

Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective

The vintage taxidermy pieces are startling: Visitors are met by an impala in the dining room, while a brace of flamingos and peacocks flutters feathers in the living room. Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, "These 6 European Apartments Are Basically Private Design Hotels," 23 Aug. 2019 Features vintage pieces, clothing, furniture and home decor from more than 115 vendors. Luann Gibbs, Cincinnati.com, "Things to do this week in Cincinnati: Aug. 20-25," 20 Aug. 2019 The redone, 2,200-square-foot space - which the previous owner used to store construction equipment - is outfitted with bicycles and bike tools, vintage furniture, lots of windows, animal skulls, patio and array of succulents. Matt Wake | [email protected], al, "Huntsville, here’s your next coffee obsession," 19 Aug. 2019 Thrall was a Manchester native, collector of vintage vehicles and member of the Cruisin’ Committee for 15 years. courant.com, "Community News For The Manchester Edition," 17 July 2019 Along with some vintage vehicles, the hotel also has a Constellation airplane that has been reworked into cocktail lounge. Melissa Yeager, azcentral, "The TWA Hotel at JFK: How to see this aviation history gem on your layover," 11 July 2019 The pilot of a vintage military plane was killed when the aircraft crashed in the mountains north of Los Angeles on Saturday, officials said. Fox News, "California vintage military plane crash leaves pilot dead, officials say," 16 June 2019 Where: Greenfield Village, 20900 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn For dads who are more into cars, Greenfield Village is also hosting its 30th annual Motor Muster, a car show dedicated to vintage vehicles. Micah Walker, Detroit Free Press, "Places to take Dad on Father's Day around metro Detroit," 10 June 2019 Brandon Maxwell: Classic Car Club For his ode to Texas, Brandon Maxwell chose Manhattan’s Classic Car Club—a rustic yet industrial clubhouse-slash-parking lot for vintage vehicles. Elise Taylor, Vogue, "This Fashion Week Was a Textured Tour of Historic New York," 13 Sep. 2018

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First Known Use of vintage

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)

Adjective

1601, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for vintage

Noun

Middle English, probably alteration of vendage, from Anglo-French vendage, vendenge, from Latin vindemia grape-gathering, vintage, from vinum wine, grapes + demere to take off, from de- + emere to take — more at wine, redeem

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vintage

noun

English Language Learners Definition of vintage

 (Entry 1 of 2)

: the grapes or wine produced during one season
: a period in which something was made or was begun

vintage

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of vintage (Entry 2 of 2)