winemaker

UK: ˈwaɪnmeɪkə | US: ˈwaɪnmeɪkər

Definition

  1. n. a person or company that produces wine

Structure
wine <alcoholic beverage from grapes>maker <one who creates>
Etymology

The word "winemaker" is a compound formed by combining "wine" (from Old English wīn, derived from Latin vinum) and "maker" (from Old English macian, meaning "to create"). The term logically describes someone who crafts or produces wine, reflecting the straightforward compounding tradition in English to denote professions or roles.

Examples

  1. The winemaker carefully selects the grapes for each vintage.

  2. She apprenticed under a famous winemaker in France.

  3. Modern winemakers use both traditional and scientific methods.

  4. The winemaker explained the fermentation process to the visitors.

  5. This small winemaker produces only organic wines.