gourmet

American  

[goor-mey, goor-mey] / gʊərˈmeɪ, ˈgʊər meɪ /

noun

1. a connoisseur of fine food and drink; epicure.

   Synonyms:

   bon vivant, gastronome

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adjective

1. of or characteristic of a gourmet, especially in involving or purporting to involve high-quality or exotic ingredients and skilled preparation.

   gourmet meals; gourmet cooking.

2. elaborately equipped for the preparation of fancy, specialized, or exotic meals.

   a gourmet kitchen.

gourmet British  

/ ɡurmɛ, ˈɡʊəmeɪ /

noun

1. a person who cultivates a discriminating palate for the enjoyment of good food and drink

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Etymology

Origin of gourmet

1810–20; < French; Old French gromet, grommes valet (especially of a wine merchant)

Example Sentences

Frances Hughes, co-founder of online wholesale marketplace Starch, said there’s no question that gourmet sweet treats are still in vogue.

From Los Angeles Times

A chef friend has Big Opinions on the price at which boxed macaroni and cheese becomes “gourmet.”

From Salon

The cinema chain runs 49 venues across the UK and is known for its luxury seating and gourmet menus.

From BBC

Typically, in early December, Almost Famous Popcorn would have been staffing up for the holiday rush, when the gourmet popcorn company does 60% of its sales.

From The Wall Street Journal

Harry & David Deluxe Fresh Fruit Basket – Sometimes fruit makes the best gift, and Harry & David is known for their gourmet fruit gifts.

From Salon