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Grapevine Definition & Meaning

grapevine
noun
  1. gossip spread by spoken communication; "the news of their affair was spread by word of mouth"
  2. any of numerous woody vines of genus Vitis bearing clusters of edible berries

"Grapevine" in song lyrics

See how grapevine is used in real songs:

  • "You'll be suprised on what's heard on the grapevine"
    Black Market Militia — The Struggle
  • "Cause I heard it through the grapevine"
    Da King and I — Mr. All That
  • "Ready to shine, you heard it through ya grapevine"
    Deadly Venoms f/ Tekitha — Ready

Usage tips for "grapevine"

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Frequently asked questions

What does grapevine mean?
gossip spread by spoken communication; "the news of their affair was spread by word of mouth" any of numerous woody vines of genus Vitis bearing clusters of edible berries
What part of speech is grapevine?
Grapevine is a noun.
How many definitions does grapevine have?
Grapevine has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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