gastronomy
noun/ɡæˈstrɑnəmi/
Frequency rank: #18,027 most common English word
Meaning
The art and knowledge of choosing, preparing, and eating good food.
Example sentence
The city is famous for its gastronomy, drawing food lovers from around the world.
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