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Dictionary Entry - Gormand

Gormand

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

/ˈɡɔːr.mənd/ (English)

Definitions

  1. A person who enjoys eating excessively or is overly fond of good food.
  2. Someone with a strong appetite, often associated with indulgence in fine dining.

Usage Examples

  • He was known as a true gormand, never missing a chance to indulge in a lavish meal.
  • The restaurant catered to gormands who appreciated fine cuisine.

Etymology

Derived from Old French "gourmant," meaning "glutton," which later evolved in English with a similar meaning.

Synonyms

  • Glutton
  • Gourmand
  • Epicure
  • Foodie

Antonyms

  • Abstinent
  • Temperate
  • Moderate eater

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Gourmand / Glotón /ɡuɾˈman/, /ɡloˈton/
French Gourmand /ɡuʁ.mɑ̃/
German Vielfraß /ˈfiːl.fʁaːs/
Hindi भोजन प्रेमी /bho.jan pre.mi/
Tamil உணவு ஆசை /u.ṇavu āsai/
Telugu ఆహార ప్రియుడు /ā.hā.ra pri.ya.ḍu/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • American English: /ˈɡɔːr.mənd/
  • British English: /ˈɡɔː.mənd/

Historical Usage

The term was historically associated with indulgence in food and drink, often carrying a slightly negative connotation of excessiveness.

Cultural Nuances

In some cultures, being a gormand is seen as a passion for fine dining, while in others, it may imply overindulgence and gluttony.

More Information

While "gormand" is sometimes confused with "gourmet," the latter refers to a refined appreciation for food, whereas "gormand" leans more toward excessive enjoyment of eating.

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