épicier

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English

Etymology

French épicier. Doublet of spicer.

Noun

épicier (plural épiciers)

  1. (rare) A French grocer.
    • 1844, The Monthly Review, page 25:
      A Parisian épicier may be always known by his physical exterior, by his dress, his phraseology, his gait, or a certain ostentatiousness of manner, which the prying eye of the caricaturist will not fail to mark and make the most of.

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French

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Etymology

From épice (spice) +‎ -ier.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /e.pi.sje/
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Noun

épicier m (plural épiciers, feminine épicière)

  1. grocer

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