Shiraz

noun

Shi·​raz shi-ˈräz How to pronounce Shiraz (audio)
: syrah

Examples of Shiraz in a Sentence

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While this would be considered an unusual blend if the wine were from France, Yalumba winemaker and head of sustainability Louisa Rose explains that the Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz blend goes back to the 19th century, when both varieties were planted in Australia. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2024 The use of Australian wine barrels for maturation, such as Shiraz, Pinot Noir, and other varietals, has become a distinctive feature, adding unique flavor profiles to the whisky. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Sep. 2024 Tappa Pass Shiraz hails from the Barossa Valley and has aromas of freshly ground white pepper, purple flowers, and black plum. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 13 Aug. 2024 Moshiri was born in 1963 in Shiraz, Iran, to a family that owned cinemas. Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 19 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for Shiraz 

Word History

Etymology

probably from French chiraz, alteration (influenced by Shiraz, city in Persia) of syrah, syrac Syrah

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Shiraz was in 1927

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“Shiraz.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Shiraz. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

Geographical Definition

Shiraz

geographical name

Shi·​raz shi-ˈräz How to pronounce Shiraz (audio)
-ˈraz
city in southwest central Iran in the southern Zagros Mountains population 1,460,665

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