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Webster 1913 Edition


Apician

A-pi′cian

,
Adj.
[L.
Apicianus
.]
Belonging to Apicius, a notorious Roman epicure; hence applied to whatever is peculiarly refined or dainty and expensive in cookery.
H. Rogers.

Definition 2024


Apician

Apician

English

Adjective

Apician (comparative more Apician, superlative most Apician)

  1. Of or pertaining to Marcus Gavius Apicius, a notorious Roman epicure.
  2. (of food) Choice, dainty; (of people) eating only what is choice, preferring the best or most expensive food.
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References

  • Apician in Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary, G. & C. Merriam, 1913