Grapevine

/ɡɹˈe‍ɪpva‍ɪn/

/ˈɡɹeɪpˌvaɪn/

Grapevine

any of numerous woody vines of genus Vitis bearing clusters of edible berries

synonyms : grape

gossip spread by spoken communication

synonyms : pipeline

a sidestep-cross-step pattern often used in various dance styles, characterized by a flowing or weaving motion

Examples

1. I heard about his resignation on the grapevine.

2. She heard on the grapevine that he had come back to London.

3. I heard through the grapevine that Stacy and Mark are getting a divorce.

4. And when stuff happens, you hear it through the grapevine.