'Epicurean philosophy' definitions:

Definition of 'Epicurean philosophy'

From: GCIDE
  • Epicurean \Ep`i*cu*re"an\ (?; 277), a. [L. Epicureus, Gr. ?: cf. ['e]picurien.]
  • 1. Pertaining to Epicurus, or following his philosophy. "The sect Epicurean." --Milton. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. Given to luxury; adapted to luxurious tastes; luxurious; pertaining to good eating. [1913 Webster]
  • Courses of the most refined and epicurean dishes. --Prescott. [1913 Webster]
  • Epicurean philosophy. See Atomic philosophy, under Atomic. [1913 Webster]