semigeneric

adj, noun — 2 senses

semigeneric

adj

Etymology From semi- + generic.

1

US, Of wine Made in the United States but using a protected designation, so that the region of manufacture must be included in the name.

  • New York Chablis, Napa Valley Burgundy, and California Champagne are semigeneric wines.

semigeneric

noun

Etymology From semi- + generic.

1

US Any wine of this kind.

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