GLUTTON - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

a person who is devoted to eating and drinking to excess

Categories: Eater, Feeder

Meaning 2

Part of speech: Noun

musteline mammal of northern Eurasia

Categories: Musteline mammal, Mustelid, Musteline

Synonyms

Gulo gulo, Gourmand, Gourmandizer, Trencherman, Wolverine

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "glutton" comes from Latin gluto, which comes from Old French gloton.

🧩 Fun Fact

Latin became the scholarly language of Europe for over 1,500 years, standardizing technical vocabulary.