gourmet

[goor-mey, goor-mey]

noun

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

   Synonyms: bon vivant, gastronome

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

/ ɡurmɛ, ˈɡʊəmeɪ /

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of gourmet¹

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of gourmet¹

C19: from French, from Old French gromet serving boy

Example Sentences

One stall sold slices of mangoes brought in from Jazan, the fertile southern province famous for its tropical fruits, wheat and coffee; others sold raisins, spices, nuts and gourmet honey from Yemen.

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The “gourmet” kitchen is outfitted with modern appliances and opens seamlessly into bright, airy living spaces designed for both entertaining and unwinding after a long day, with pristine lake views as the backdrop.

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There will also be a “tonic bar” from Erewhon, featuring the gourmet L.A. grocer’s famously expensive and elaborate smoothies.

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“That is where they got their gourmet sushi,” she said.

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By the end of our fellowship, they listened to more hip-hop while I learned to love gourmet cheese.

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