Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
break-bread
idiom
/breɪk brɛd/
Definition
To share a meal with someone, especially as a sign of friendship or community.
Examples
- After a long week of work, we decided to break bread together at our favorite restaurant.
- The community gathered to break bread and celebrate the harvest festival.
- It’s a tradition for family members to break bread together during the holidays.
Meaning
The phrase ‘break bread’ often refers to the act of eating together, symbolizing unity and connection among people.
Synonyms
- share a meal
- dine together
- eat together
