burgundy

/ˈbɜ.ɡən.di/

BꞫ · ɡən · di (3 syllables)

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Definition

Alternative letter-case form of Burgundy (red wine).

Etymology

1881, from attributive use of Burgundy (“wine from Burgundy”) from Burgundy wine, from Burgundy (“region of France”) + wine.

Example Sentences

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