tinta en · NOUN
Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish tinta. Doublet of tint.
Meanings
- (archaic, countable, uncountable) A kind of wine of a deep red color, chiefly from Galicia or Malaga in Spain.
- (countable, uncountable) Tinta roriz; tempranillo.
- (countable, uncountable) Tinta barroca; a grape variety used in the production of Portuguese port wine.
- (countable, uncountable) Tinta Francesa; cabernet franc.
- (countable, uncountable) Tinta miúda; a lesser-known grape variety that is used in blends of some Portuguese wines.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| tintas | Number=Plur | lexicographic |