Epicurean Syllabification: (Ep·i·cu·re·an)Pronunciation: /ˌepikyəˈrēən, ˌepiˈkyo͝orēən/Definition of Epicurean noun a disciple or student of the Greek philosopher Epicurus. (epicurean) a person devoted to sensual enjoyment, especially that derived from fine food and drink. adjective of or concerning Epicurus or his ideas:Epicurean philosophers (epicurean) relating to or suitable for an epicure:epicurean feastsEpicurean in other Oxford dictionaries Definition of Epicurean in the British & World English dictionary