Meaning of the word grapevine in English
What does grapevine mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
grapevine
US /ˈɡreɪp.vaɪn/
UK /ˈɡreɪp.vaɪn/
Noun
1.
a woody vine that bears grapes
Example:
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The old grapevine in the backyard is full of ripe grapes.
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We trained the grapevine to grow along the trellis.
2.
an informal means of circulating information or gossip
Example:
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I heard through the grapevine that they're getting married.
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Information travels fast on the office grapevine.
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