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The definition of Epicurean is followers of the philosopher Epicurus, who encouraged avoidance of pain and rejected the idea that the Gods were involved with human life, or it is someone devoted to the enjoyment of food and drink.

(adjective)

People who enjoy luxury surroundings and good wine are examples of people with an Epicurean philosophy.
People who live life in pursuit of pleasure are an example of Epicurean people.

See Epicurean in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

of Epicurus or his philosophy
1. fond of luxury and sensuous pleasure, esp. that of eating and drinking
2. suited to or characteristic of an epicure

Origin: ME Epicurien < L Epicureus < Gr Epikoureios < Epikouros

noun

a follower of Epicurus or his philosophy
an epicure

See Epicurean in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Devoted to the pursuit of sensual pleasure, especially to the enjoyment of good food and comfort.
Suited to the tastes of an epicure: an epicurean repast.
Epicurean Of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism.

noun