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Trenchermen: meaning, definitions and examples

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trenchermen

 

[ หˆtrษ›n.tสƒษ™r.mษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

food enthusiasts

Trenchermen are individuals who have a robust appetite and are particularly fond of eating. The term often refers to those who indulge in lavish meals and are recognized for their love of food, potentially being described as gourmets or epicures. This term is somewhat archaic but can also imply a certain degree of gluttony or a hearty enjoyment of eating.

Synonyms

epicure, foodie, glutton, gourmand

Examples of usage

  • The trenchermen gathered for the feast, eager for the extravagant dishes.
  • He was known as a trencherman, always the first to the buffet line.
  • At the banquet, the trenchermen couldn't resist the rich desserts offered.

Translations

Translations of the word "trenchermen" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gulosos

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เคพเคจเฅ‡ เคตเคพเคฒเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vielesser

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pemakan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะถะธั€ะฐั‡ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ลผarล‚ok

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅคง้ฃŸใ„ใฎไบบ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท goinfre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tragรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aลŸฤฑrฤฑ yiyen

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Œ€์‹๊ฐ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูููŽุถู‘ูู„ ู„ู„ุทุนุงู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hlta

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hlta

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคง้ฃŸ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพerjav

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ matur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒญแƒแƒ›แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yeyษ™n

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tragรณn

Etymology

The word 'trenchermen' has its roots in the 16th century, derived from the Old French term 'trencher', which means 'to cut' or 'to slice', often used in relation to carving meat. It evolved to describe someone who eats heartily, particularly at banquets or feasts. The term combined the idea of 'cutting' with 'men', indicating those who partake in great quantities of food. Throughout history, trenchermen have been associated with lavish dining and indulgence in hospitality, often highlighting a culture that celebrates the culinary arts. The usage of the term can be seen in literature from past centuries, illustrating the social customs surrounding meals and feasting in various cultures. Although less common today, 'trenchermen' evokes a sense of nostalgia for grand meals and the joy of eating in good company.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #42,776, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.