oenophile
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- noun
- /ˈiːnəfaɪl/
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oenófilo
- An oenophile will often prefer a Pinot Noir for its complexity and rich flavors.
Examples
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Being an oenophile helps his practice, Mendelson says, but he still must be knowledgeable of the complex and antiquated federal, state, and local laws governing the industry.
Academic text (1998) -
Not an oenophile's dream, but some good choices for everyday drinking.
Blog text (14) -
- He's an oenophile.
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And now for the thing we've all been waiting for... my good friend Derek, oenophile extraordinaire, will introduce us to some of my favorite wines.
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What is good, moreover, is pleasurable or enjoyable, as is a good piece of music; guiding, as is a good way out of a fix or into a town; or desirable, as is a good house for the house hunter or wine for the oenophile.
Academic text (2003) -
At the wine tasting, the oenophile eagerly shared their knowledge of each vintage.
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Many oenophiles flock to vineyards each year to expand their appreciation of fine wines.
Synonyms
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A person who enjoys and knows about wine
How Enthusiastic
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word oenophile comes from Greek parts: oeno- from 'wine' and -phile meaning 'lover', like Anglophile. So an oenophile is simply a 'wine lover' or someone who loves and knows a lot about wine.