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gourmand

/ˈɡʊə.mənd/
Meanings
  • noun

    A person who loves and is knowledgeable about fine food and drink.

    - "The gourmand savored every bite of his exquisite meal."
    - "As a gourmand, she could identify the origins of different wines."
Pronunciation
  1. /ˈɡʊə.mənd/



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Synonyms

glutton , trencherman , chowhound , gastronaut , gourmet , foodie
Rhymes
Words rhyming with gourmand
harbor , labor , major
Variants
List of all variants of gourmand that leads to same result
gourmand , gourmandism , gourmandisms , gourmandize , gourmandized , gourmandizes , gourmandizing , gourmands
Etymology
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From the French word 'gourmand' meaning glutton.

Trivia
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  1. The term 'gourmand' is often used interchangeably with the term 'foodie'.

  2. In France, the Michelin Guide awards stars to restaurants based on their culinary excellence. A restaurant with three stars is considered a 'temple of gastronomy' for gourmands.

Related Concepts
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  1. Gastronomy: The study of food and its preparation and presentation.

  2. Hedonism: The pursuit of pleasure for its own sake.

Culture
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In literature, the term 'gourmand' is often used to describe characters who have a deep appreciation for food and drink. In art, gourmands are depicted enjoying elaborate feasts and fine wines. In music, there are songs about the joys of being a gourmand.

How to Memorize "gourmand"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person with a discerning palate, savoring every bite of a gourmet meal.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'gourmand' with the idea of a sophisticated food lover.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember that a 'gourmand' is a 'food lover' in French.

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1. Associate with a story: Imagine a 'gourmand' as a person who loves to eat delicious food at gourmet restaurants. Picture this person savoring each bite and appreciating the flavors and textures of the food. This vivid image will help you remember the meaning and spelling of 'gourmand'.

2. Break it down: Break down the word 'gourmand' into smaller parts - 'gour' and 'mand'. 'Gour' is reminiscent of 'gourmet', and 'mand' sounds like 'man'. Combine these two parts to create the word 'gourmand'.

3. Create a visual mnemonic: Visualize a 'gourmand' as a person carrying a 'mandolin' (a stringed instrument) and playing it while eating gourmet food. This visual mnemonic will help you remember the spelling and meaning of 'gourmand'.

4. Use it in a sentence: Practice using the word 'gourmand' in a sentence. For example, 'The gourmand savored every bite of the gourmet meal.' Repeating the word in a sentence will help reinforce the spelling and meaning in your memory.

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