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Word of the Day – Epicure

By January 26, 2019Word of the Day

Epicure (noun)

ep-i-kure

A person who takes particular pleasure in fine food and drink.

Late Middle English (denoting a disciple of Epicurus): via medieval Latin from Greek Epikouros ‘Epicurus’.

Example sentences

“she prefers to be called an epicure, not a foodie.”

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