gourmand

noun

ˈgu̇r-ˌmänd How to pronounce gourmand (audio)
Definition of gourmandnext
1
as in gourmet
a person with refined tastes in food and wine a finicky gourmand who vacationed in Europe every year simply for the wine

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2
as in pig
one who eats greedily or too much the kind of gourmand who swallows food without even pausing to taste it

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How does the noun gourmand contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of gourmand are epicure, gastronome, and gourmet. While all these words mean "one who takes pleasure in eating and drinking," gourmand implies a hearty appetite for good food and drink, not without discernment, but with less than a gourmet's.

When would epicure be a good substitute for gourmand?

The synonyms epicure and gourmand are sometimes interchangeable, but epicure implies fastidiousness and voluptuousness of taste.

When can gastronome be used instead of gourmand?

Although the words gastronome and gourmand have much in common, gastronome implies that one has studied extensively the history and rituals of haute cuisine.

When could gourmet be used to replace gourmand?

The meanings of gourmet and gourmand largely overlap; however, gourmet implies being a connoisseur in food and drink and the discriminating enjoyment of them.

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Recent Examples of gourmand Warmer perfumes overall are currently trending (vanilla, anyone?), but, unlike the more popular gourmands taking over TikTok, musky perfumes take inspiration from skin rather than your pantry. —Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 23 Mar. 2025 The inaugural selection will be voted on by 300 experts, including chefs, restaurateurs, educators, food and beverage journalists, and gourmands. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 4 Mar. 2025 The gourmand’s haven will even curate an entire picnic basket with sandwiches, sides, and desserts (with 24-hour notice). —Visit Lake Tahoe, AFAR Media, 21 Feb. 2025 Plus, the latter oil gives it a delicious gourmand aroma to delight the senses. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gourmand
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  1. pig
  2. epicure
  3. gastronome
Noun
  • The races happen daily and feature pigs and wiener dogs dressed like hot dogs.
    — Sheila Vilvens, Cincinnati.com, 20 July 2017
  • The league has rescued monkeys, pigs, ponies, even a drug dealer's cougar, and thousands of dogs and cats every year.
    — John Kass, chicagotribune.com, 19 July 2017
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  • Ever since, keen epicures had been ardently awaiting his next move.
    — Sarah Khan, Bon Appétit, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Biggest Fear: Pain of their own insecurity, uncertainty. Type 7: The Enthusiast/Epicure The enthusiast/epicure looks to explore all the wonders of life and are always on the hunt for new experiences and adventures.
    — Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
Definition of epicure
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  • The hour-long experience—set to debut in Tokyo this spring—has been well received by curious gastronomes and tech enthusiasts alike craving the next big thing.
    — Kristin Tablang, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
  • Even the talented team executing the vision of the world-famous gastronome isn’t above getting creative to accommodate diners.
    — Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of gastronome

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