cabernet

cab-er-net · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A variety of black grape used in winemaking, especially Cabernet Sauvignon or Cabernet Franc.

  2. 2.

    A red wine made from cabernet grapes.

Forms

plural: cabernets

Related words

See also: merlot, wine
Synonyms: red wine

Etymology

From French Cabernet, the name of the grape variety, possibly derived from Latin carbon meaning "charcoal," referring to the grape's dark color.