epicurean

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adjective

ep·​i·​cu·​re·​an ˌe-pi-kyu̇-ˈrē-ən How to pronounce epicurean (audio) -ˈkyu̇r-ē- How to pronounce epicurean (audio)
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capitalized : of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism
2
: of, relating to, or suited to an epicure

Epicurean

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noun

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: a follower of Epicurus
2
often not capitalized : epicure sense 1

Examples of epicurean in a Sentence

Adjective a person of epicurean tastes Noun an epicurean with a beautifully equipped kitchen
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Adjective
The event celebrates the city’s diverse dining scene with a dynamic line-up of epicurean events that showcase the city’s top chefs, food, and drinks. Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025 But there’s much more to Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay than its epicurean exploits. Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Noun
There’s always something delicious to sample at The Epicurean Trader. David Hochman, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025 The Sonoran Epicurean Escape is a three-night getaway that blends serious relaxation with some seriously good food. Lanee Lee, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for epicurean

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1561, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of epicurean was in the 15th century

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“Epicurean.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/epicurean. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.

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