Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

school-lunch

Noun
/skuːl lʌnʧ/
Definition
A meal provided to students during school hours, typically served in a cafeteria or lunchroom.
Examples
  • The students enjoyed their school-lunch of pasta and salad.
  • Many schools offer healthy options for school-lunch programs.
  • She packed a delicious school-lunch with sandwiches and fruit.
Meaning
A school-lunch is a pre-prepared meal that students eat at school during lunch time, intended to provide them with necessary nutrients.
Synonyms
  • student meal
  • lunch program
  • cafeteria meal