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A place where vines are cultivated, especially a vineyard or greenhouse for vines.
"The old vinery was filled with grapevines."
Relating to high quality from the past; classic; also the year of a wine harvest.
"She wore a vintage dress from the 1950s."
A person who makes or sells wine.
"The vintner explained the process of making red wine."
A stringed musical instrument of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, played with a bow and similar to but distinct from the violin family.
"The musician played an old viol in the chamber music concert."
A stringed instrument slightly larger than a violin, with a deeper and mellower tone.
"She chose to play the viola in the school orchestra."
The act of breaking or disregarding a law, rule, or agreement.
"Driving without a license is a violation of the law."
A person who breaks or disregards a law, rule, or agreement.
"The police caught the traffic violator at the intersection."
The full name of the cello, a large string instrument played with a bow and held between the knees.
"He practiced the violoncello for hours each day."
a type of poisonous snake; metaphorically, a spiteful or treacherous person
"The viper lay hidden in the tall grass."
a loud, overbearing woman; historically, a strong or courageous woman
"The play depicted the heroine as a fierce virago who defied tradition."
having traditionally masculine qualities, such as strength, energy, and sexual vigor
"The actor was admired for his virile appearance."
a love of or taste for fine art, antiques, or curiosities
"The collector’s house was filled with objects of virtu."
existing or simulated on a computer or online rather than physically; almost but not exactly the same as
"The company held a virtual meeting with employees worldwide."
A person highly skilled in music, art, or another artistic pursuit.
"The pianist is a true virtuoso, captivating audiences worldwide."
Having or showing high moral standards.
"She is known as a virtuous woman who helps the poor."
The severity or harmfulness of a disease or poison.
"Scientists studied the virulence of the new virus strain."
Extremely severe or harmful in its effects.
"The virulent disease spread rapidly across the region."
A tiny infectious agent that can replicate only inside the living cells of an organism.
"The computer was infected with a dangerous virus."
A person's face or facial expression.
"Her stern visage intimidated the children."
Having a thick, sticky consistency.
"The sap had a viscid texture that stuck to his hands."
A British nobleman ranking below an earl and above a baron.
"The viscount inherited the estate from his father."
Having a thick, sticky consistency between solid and liquid.
"Honey is a viscous liquid that flows slowly."
Thinking about or planning the future with imagination and wisdom.
"She is considered a visionary leader in technology."
A pleasing view, especially one seen through a long, narrow opening.
"From the mountain top, we admired the breathtaking vista of the valley below."
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