trencherman

[ tren-cher-muhn ]

noun

, plural trench·er·men.

1. a person who has a hearty appetite; a heavy eater.
2. Archaic. a hanger-on; parasite.

trencherman

/ ˈtrɛntʃəmən /

noun

1. a person who enjoys food; hearty eater
2. archaic.
   a person who sponges on others; parasite

Word History and Origins

Origin of trencherman¹

First recorded in 1580–90; trencher + -man

Word History and Origins

Origin of trencherman¹

C16: from trencher ¹+ man

Example Sentences

Rick ate half a dozen hot dogs himself, while Scotty maintained his reputation as a good trencherman with two on top of that.

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He was a gallant trencherman, and the strange tropic viands tickled his palate.

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Now set to like a good trencherman, though, being but plain men, our fare is likewise plain.

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In the dialogue that follows, the valiant soldier and the valiant trencherman appear in humorous contrast.

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He was a valiant trencherman, and strong drink was a passion and a weakness with him.

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