Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

lunch

noun
/lʌnʧ/
Definition
A meal that is eaten in the middle of the day, typically between breakfast and dinner.
Examples
  • After the morning meeting, we went out for lunch at a local café.
  • She always packs a healthy lunch to take to school.
  • For lunch, we had sandwiches and fruit.
Meaning
Lunch is a mealtime that usually takes place between 12 PM and 2 PM, serving as a break from work or daily activities to nourish the body.
Synonyms
  • midday meal
  • noon meal
  • lunch hour