gastronomy

noun

gas·​tron·​o·​my ga-ˈsträ-nə-mē How to pronounce gastronomy (audio)
1
: the art or science of good eating
2
: culinary customs or style
Chinese gastronomy
gastronomic adjective
or less commonly gastronomical

Examples of gastronomy in a Sentence

books about wine tasting and gastronomy
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Raffles is known for celebrating local culture through gastronomy, and among the seven restaurants and bars in the Udaipur resort, the signature Sawai Kitchen draws on heirloom menus from the royal Rajput households for its authentic Indian cuisine. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2024 The use of these products is a cornerstone of Romanian gastronomy. Liza B. Zimmerman, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024 Each offering not only delights the palate but also honors the cultural narratives woven into the fabric of West African gastronomy. Shelby Stewart, Essence, 1 Oct. 2024 From iconic street foods to the cutting edge of gastronomy, the culinary landscape of Chicago is a tapestry of the city’s innovative spirit, tumultuous history and industrious immigrant communities. Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for gastronomy 

Word History

Etymology

French gastronomie, from Greek Gastronomia, title of a 4th century b.c. poem, from gastro- gastr- + -nomia -nomy

First Known Use

1814, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of gastronomy was in 1814

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“Gastronomy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gastronomy. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

gastronomy

noun
gas·​tron·​o·​my ga-ˈsträn-ə-mē How to pronounce gastronomy (audio)
: the art of appreciating fine food
gastronomic adjective
also gastronomical
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