vintage
UK: ˈvɪntɪdʒ | US: ˈvɪntɪdʒ
n. wine from a particular harvest or year
n. the year or place in which wine was produced
adj. of high quality and lasting value, especially from the past
adj. characteristic of a particular period; classic
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The word "vintage" originates from the Latin "vinum" (wine), combined with the Old French suffix "-age," which denotes a process or result. Initially, it referred specifically to the grape harvest or the wine produced in a particular year. Over time, its meaning expanded metaphorically to describe anything of enduring quality or representative of a bygone era, reflecting the prestige associated with aged wines.
This bottle is a rare vintage from 1945.
She collects vintage clothing from the 1920s.
The car is a vintage model, meticulously restored.
The shop specializes in vintage furniture.
His writing has a vintage charm that appeals to modern readers.