gastronomy

noun

gas·​tron·​o·​my ga-ˈsträ-nə-mē How to pronounce gastronomy (audio)
Synonyms of gastronomynext
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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The California gastronomy fine-dining venue earned its first star in 2019, when San Diego County restaurants first became eligible for Michelin awards, then its second star in 2021 and third in 2022. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2026 Smyth has been known for its focus on local produce and continuously pushing the boundaries of modern gastronomy through collaborations with farmers, fishermen and artisanal purveyors. Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026 Focusing on such themes as fashion, gastronomy, design, fragrance, and jewelry, visitors at The Shed are invited this week to experience French luxury as an evolving force that continues to inspire connection, innovation, and shared imagination. Nancy Olson, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026 The six-part drama turns gastronomy into emotional memory, following a young chef who becomes the pupil — and memory-holder — of a food inspector in the early stages of Alzheimer’s. Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 25 May 2026 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

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“Gastronomy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastronomy. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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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