Gourmand – A person who enjoys eating and often eats too much

(Pronounced gor-mond)

To remember the definition of the word gourmand, use the following mnemonic:

He gorges on diamonds (gourmand). He enjoys eating them but often eats too much.

Examples of gourmand in a sentence

The pub sold freshly caught fish, there are numerous choices for the gourmand to get exactly what he wants.

She spent all her money at restaurants, she really was a gourmand.

I used to be a picky eater, but now I'm an adult I think gourmand is a better description of who I am.