Meaning of the word aficionado in English

What does aficionado mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

aficionado

US /əˌfɪʃ.i.əˈnɑː.doʊ/
UK /əˌfɪʃ.i.əˈnɑː.dəʊ/

Noun

someone who is very interested in and enthusiastic about a particular subject:

Example:
a club for model railroad aficionados