gourmand — a person who enjoys eating and often eats too much
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who enjoys eating and often eats too much
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡʊrmɑnd/
Example Sentences
- The gourmand ordered one of everything on the menu, much to the waiter's amazement.
- As a gourmand, she could never pass by a bakery without buying something.
- The gourmand's refrigerator was always empty because he ate everything immediately.
gourmand
NOUN[/ˈɡʊrmɑnd/]
a person who enjoys eating and often eats too much
The gourmand devoured three roast chickens before dessert even arrived.
Gour-manned the kitchen — eating everything while cooking!
The gourmand's belly continues to expand as his demands never end!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'gourmand', originally meaning 'gluttonous' or 'greedy eater'. The term was used in French courts to describe people who ate food voraciously and eventually entered English.
Breakdown
gourmand (French root meaning 'gluttonous eater' - no clear prefix/suffix breakdown)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The gourmand ordered one of everything on the menu, much to the waiter's amazement.”
“As a gourmand, she could never pass by a bakery without buying something.”
“The gourmand's refrigerator was always empty because he ate everything immediately.”
“Being a gourmand isn't just about eating a lot; it's about truly loving food.”
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