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gourmet

The final t is silent.
Verified Food & Drink French in English
gourmet
gourmet

Definition

A person with discerning tastes in food and drink.

From French gourmet.

Merriam-Webster records 1820 for this headword. The date refers to the dictionary’s recorded sense, which may differ from the meaning illustrated here. See the dictionary entry.

Example of use

The gourmet chose a small family restaurant.

Historical attestation

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gourmet

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