Trenchermen: meaning, definitions and examples
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trenchermen
[ หtrษn.tสษr.mษn ]
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:
๐ต๐น gulosos
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคจเฅ เคตเคพเคฒเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Vielesser
๐ฎ๐ฉ pemakan
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะพะถะธัะฐัั
๐ต๐ฑ ลผarลok
๐ฏ๐ต ๅคง้ฃใใฎไบบ
๐ซ๐ท goinfre
๐ช๐ธ tragรณn
๐น๐ท aลฤฑrฤฑ yiyen
๐ฐ๐ท ๋์๊ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูููุถููู ููุทุนุงู
๐จ๐ฟ hlta
๐ธ๐ฐ hlta
๐จ๐ณ ๅคง้ฃ่
๐ธ๐ฎ ลพerjav
๐ฎ๐ธ matur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แญแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ yeyษn
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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