oenophile

noun

Definition of oenophilenext
as in foodie

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Recent Examples of oenophile Joseph Stalin—the Soviet Union’s supreme ruler from 1929 to 1953 and a murderous tyrant legendary for drinking friends and enemies under the table—was a closet oenophile, the e-mail explained. — Frankie Mills, Air Mail, 27 June 2026 For oenophiles, there are 20 wineries on 40,000 in the surrounding area, many of them defiantly hanging onto independent ownership in an industry rife with consolidation and of corporate buyouts. — Winston Ross, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2026 Unlike other regions that have a reputation for one style of wine, Washington offers a wide range of varieties to satisfy any oenophile’s cravings, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Chardonnay, and Riesling. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 8 Jan. 2026 As oenophiles across the county celebrate San Diego Wine Week, the industry saw growth and positive trends in the past year, according to a report released Wednesday by the San Diego County Vintners Association. — City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for oenophile
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  1. foodie
  2. turophile
  3. connoisseur
Noun
  • Here is some of the dining news from across San Diego County, as well as some upcoming events for foodies.
    — Pamela Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 July 2026
  • From a local real estate agent heading to Netflix to a New York-style bagel shop expanding south of the city, there’s plenty happening around Charlotte in the foodie (and reality show) world.
    — Emily Broyles, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026
Definition of foodie
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  • Calling all turophiles: The NoMad Hotel is your next destination.
    — Bridget Hallinan, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Jan. 2018
  • But the latest Asian beverage trend to hit L.A. could make a skeptic of even the most fervent turophile: cheese tea.
    — Andrea Alonso, Los Angeles Magazine, 17 Jan. 2018
Definition of turophile
Noun
  • And coffee connoisseurs are ready to drink the potentially dementia-dodging delicacy.
    — Lauren Pastrana, CBS News, 29 June 2026
  • Even the kindly Florida manatee, connoisseur of bayou seagrass, sometimes flies into a carnivorous rage, snapping up fish and gnashing them in its terrible teeth.
    — David Merritt Johns, The Atlantic, 27 June 2026
Definition of connoisseur

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“Oenophile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oenophile. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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