Wineglass
noun
A cup, usually made of glass, that is designed for drinking wine, typically with a stem and a bowl.
She poured the red wine into the elegant wineglass.
Often appears as...
- red wine glass
- white wine glass
Usage tips
Neutral
General
noun
A cup, usually made of glass, that is designed for drinking wine, typically with a stem and a bowl.
She poured the red wine into the elegant wineglass.
Often appears as...
- red wine glass
- white wine glass
Usage tips
Neutral
General
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Understand the Varieties
Wineglasses come in different shapes for different types of wine; each shape enhances the wine's aroma and flavor.
A Pinot Noir wineglass is wider than a Chardonnay glass, allowing the wine to breathe more effectively.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
In social contexts, a wineglass often represents enjoyment and gatherings; be mindful of the setting when using it.
During a formal dinner, using the right wineglass adds to the overall dining experience.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
In many cultures, clinking wineglasses when toasting symbolizes friendship and camaraderie.
When raising your wineglass during a toast, maintain eye contact with others.
Pro Tip 1/3Understand the Varieties
Wineglasses come in different shapes for different types of wine; each shape enhances the wine's aroma and flavor.
A Pinot Noir wineglass is wider than a Chardonnay glass, allowing the wine to breathe more effectively.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
In social contexts, a wineglass often represents enjoyment and gatherings; be mindful of the setting when using it.
During a formal dinner, using the right wineglass adds to the overall dining experience.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
In many cultures, clinking wineglasses when toasting symbolizes friendship and camaraderie.
When raising your wineglass during a toast, maintain eye contact with others.
Pro Tip 1/3Understand the Varieties
Wineglasses come in different shapes for different types of wine; each shape enhances the wine's aroma and flavor.
A Pinot Noir wineglass is wider than a Chardonnay glass, allowing the wine to breathe more effectively.
Pro Tip 2/3Contextual Use
In social contexts, a wineglass often represents enjoyment and gatherings; be mindful of the setting when using it.
During a formal dinner, using the right wineglass adds to the overall dining experience.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
In many cultures, clinking wineglasses when toasting symbolizes friendship and camaraderie.
When raising your wineglass during a toast, maintain eye contact with others.
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