wine

(win) [L. vi’num]. 1. Fermented grape-juice; an alcoholic stimulant containing, according to the variety, from 6 to 22 per cent. of alcohol. 2. A solution of medicine in wine. See under vinum. red w., a wine of dark color, such as Bordeaux, claret, and especially port. w. of Vickers, formerly used as a restorative medicine. white w., wine of a light color, like Madeira, Burgundy, sherry, Rhine wine, or champagne.