Epicure (noun)

  1. A person who is fond of good food and drink.
  2. A person with refined taste in food and drink.
  3. A person who seeks pleasure in life, especially from fine food and drink.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french épicurien, via latin from greek epikouros, from epi "at" + kouros "youth" (referring to a follower of epicurus, who taught that pleasure was the chief good in life).

Examples:

  1. The restaurant was a favorite of epicures and food lovers alike.
  2. He was an epicure who appreciated the finer things in life.
  3. Her love for good food and wine made her a true epicure.
  4. The epicure was delighted by the delicious meal and fine wine.
  5. The epicurean society was dedicated to promoting good food, fine wine, and the good life.
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