GRE Word List

GOURMAND

one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking

The meaning of the word gourmand is one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking.

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ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
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