1. A variety of grape native to the southeastern United States, typically dark red or purple in color.
Usage: Often used in winemaking
2. A wine made from catawba grapes.
3. A member of a Native American people formerly inhabiting the Carolinas.
Usage: Capitalized when referring to the people or language

Examples

• The vineyard specializes in growing catawba grapes for local wine production.
• She ordered a glass of catawba at the winery.
• Catawba wine was popular in the nineteenth century.
• The Catawba people have a rich history in the Carolinas.
• These catawba grapes are ready for harvest this fall.