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epicurean
[ ep-i-kyoo-ree-uhn, -kyoor-ee- ]
adjective
- fond of or adapted to luxury or indulgence in sensual pleasures; having luxurious tastes or habits, especially in eating and drinking.
- fit for an epicure:
epicurean delicacies.
Synonyms: , , , ,
Antonyms: , , , ,
- (initial capital letter) of, relating to, or characteristic of Epicurus or Epicureanism.
noun
- an epicure.
- (initial capital letter) a disciple of Epicurus.
Epicurean
1/ ˌɛɪʊˈːə /
adjective
- of or relating to the philosophy of Epicurus
noun
- a follower of the philosophy of Epicurus
epicurean
2/ ˌɛɪʊˈːə /
adjective
- devoted to sensual pleasures, esp food and drink; hedonistic
- suitable for an epicure
an epicurean feast
noun
- an epicure; gourmet
Derived Forms
- ˌ辱ˈˌ, noun
- ˌ辱ˈˌ, noun
Other yvlog Forms
- ԴDze···a adjective noun
- ܲe···a adjective
yvlog History and Origins
Origin of epicurean1
Example Sentences
But look a bit closer, reading between the gobs of fleshy, rust-colored tail juice, and you’ll find that Ylfa’s exhilaration communicates much more than one person’s epicurean eccentricities.
Along with the film’s deep considerations of morality and power, the production gets bonus points for filming in a place close to Tucci’s epicurean heart: Rome.
As U.S. eaters' tastes become more adventurous, sampling avocados of different sizes, shapes, textures, tastes and origins could become a decision that's both epicurean and environmentally conscious.
Vegetable protein is the thing; and of course athletes have to perform in a country of a thousand epicurean delights that are no-noes to their exacting nutritionists.
The official Door County website calls them a "one-of-a-kind epicurean event," noting some other sides that aren't as often mentioned, from lemon wedges, coleslaw and bread to "fresh-baked Door County cherry pie" for dessert.
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