Etymology

bon viveur

Today it means: Synonym of bon vivant, a person who enjoys the good things in life, especially good food and drink. Full definition →

French bon viveur
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  1. French · borrowed frombon viveur
  2. English todaybon viveur

Borrowed from French bon viveur. Attested since 1865.

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