Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

almoco

noun

ahl-MOH-koh

Definition

Lunch; a meal taken in the middle of the day.

Examples

After a long morning of work, I look forward to having an almoco with my colleagues.
In Brazil, it is common to have a large almoco with rice, beans, and meat.
She invited her friends over for almoco on Sunday.

Meaning

Almoco refers to the meal typically enjoyed around midday. It is an important part of the daily culinary routine, especially in cultures where lunch is the main meal of the day.