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wine

/ˈwaɪ̯n/ noun A2
  1. An alcoholic beverage made by fermenting grape juice, with an ABV ranging from 5.5–16%. (countable, uncountable) · Wine is usually stronger than beer.· "Wine improves with age but I improve with wine," she slurred as she slid gracefully beneath the table.
  2. An alcoholic beverage made by fermenting other substances, producing a similar ABV. (countable, uncountable) · ...dandelion wine, rice wine, plum wine...
  3. A serving of wine. (countable) · I'd like three beers and two wines, please. My friend will have the same.
  4. The color of red wine, a deep reddish purple. (uncountable)

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“It is no use,” said the old man, “there is no wine.”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 14 · C1
“What, no wine?” said Dantès, turning pale, and looking alternately at the hollow cheeks of the old man and the empty cupboards.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 14 · C1
“What, no wine?
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 14 · C1
“Of course,” replied Danglars; and going quickly to the designated place, they called for a bottle of wine, and two glasses.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 20 · C1

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