Definition of Epicorean

Definition of Epicorean

Ep`i*cu*re"an (?; 277), a. [L. Epicureus, Gr. &?;: cf. épicurien.] 1. Pertaining to Epicurus, or following his philosophy. "The sect Epicurean." Milton.

2. Given to luxury; adapted to luxurious tastes; luxurious; pertaining to good eating.

Courses of the most refined and epicurean dishes.

Prescott.

Epicurean philosophy. See Atomic philosophy, under Atomic.

Ep`i*cu*re"an, n. 1. A follower or Epicurus.

2. One given to epicurean indulgence.

- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

pursuing pleasure
devoted to luxurious living
relating to Epicurus
one who is devoted to pleasure

- The Nuttall Encyclopedia

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