gastronomy

noun

gas·​tron·​o·​my ga-ˈsträ-nə-mē How to pronounce gastronomy (audio)
1
: the art or science of good eating
2
: culinary customs or style
Chinese gastronomy
gastronomic adjective
or less commonly gastronomical

Examples of gastronomy in a Sentence

books about wine tasting and gastronomy
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La Chèvre d’Or is also known for its French gastronomy, with two Michelin stars. Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2025 Yet France has always attracted talents from around the globe — in fashion, design and gastronomy alike. Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 10 May 2025 Auguste Escoffier, another legend of French gastronomy, used Carême’s original classification to describe the five used today. Amelia Nierenberg, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025 For food-minded travelers with an adventurous streak, here’s a look at five experiences around the world where back-to-basics foraging meets wild gastronomy. Vivian Song, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gastronomy

Word History

Etymology

French gastronomie, from Greek Gastronomia, title of a 4th century b.c. poem, from gastro- gastr- + -nomia -nomy

First Known Use

1814, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of gastronomy was in 1814

Cite this Entry

“Gastronomy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastronomy. Accessed 25 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

gastronomy

noun
gas·​tron·​o·​my ga-ˈsträn-ə-mē How to pronounce gastronomy (audio)
: the art of appreciating fine food
gastronomic adjective
also gastronomical

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