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burgundy

|bur-gun-dy|

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/ˈbɜːrɡəndi/

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/ˈbɜːɡəndi/

deep red wine

Etymology
Etymology Information

'burgundy' originates from the French region 'Bourgogne', known for its wine production.

Historical Evolution

'Bourgogne' transformed into the English word 'Burgundy', referring both to the wine and the color.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the wine from the region, but over time it also came to describe the color of the wine.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a deep red color, similar to that of Burgundy wine.

She wore a burgundy dress to the party.

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Noun 2

a type of wine originating from the Burgundy region in France.

He ordered a bottle of Burgundy with dinner.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42