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/
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Noun

1.

a woody vine that bears grapes

Example:
The old grapevine in the backyard is full of ripe grapes.
We trained the grapevine to grow along the trellis.
2.

an informal means of circulating information or gossip

Example:
I heard through the grapevine that they're getting married.
Information travels fast on the office grapevine.