the Grapevine
thuh grayp-vinenoun
PlacesSoCalSafe anywhereDifficulty 2 of 3: Regional
Definition
The steep stretch of I-5 over Tejon Pass, the mountain gate between the L.A. basin and the Central Valley.
In simple English: The mountain part of Interstate 5 between Los Angeles and the Central Valley.
Examples
The Grapevine is closed for ice. Sit tight.
We always stop before the Grapevine so the car does not overheat.
Usage notes
Named for Grapevine, the hamlet at the bottom. Weather closures are a regular news item.
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