Meaning of voluptuary in English

1. Pronunciation

   /vəˈləp(t)ʃəˌwɛri/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   voluptuary

   Definitions

   1. furnishing gratification of the senses

   Examples

   • « an epicurean banquet »
   • « enjoyed a luxurious suite with a crystal chandelier and thick oriental rugs »
   • « Lucullus spent the remainder of his days in voluptuous magnificence »
   • « a chinchilla robe of sybaritic lavishnes »

   Synonyms

   • indulgent

2. Noun

   voluptuary

   Etymology

   early 17th century: from Latin volupt(u)arius, from voluptas‘pleasure’

   Definitions

   1. a person addicted to luxury and pleasures of the senses