gourmet

/ˈɡʊər.meɪ/ French Origin Food & Drink

Original Word

gourmet

French

Entered English

19th century

First recorded usage in English

The Story Behind "gourmet"

From French 'gourmet', originally a wine taster or connoisseur. Now refers to fine food and drink of high quality, or a person with refined taste in food.

Example Usage

"This gourmet chocolate is made from single-origin cocoa beans."

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