brunch
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Noun — A relaxed meal eaten late in the morning that combines breakfast and lunch foods.
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Etymology
A blend of "breakfast" and "lunch", first recorded in British English in the 1890s before catching on in America decades later.
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What does “brunch” mean?
The word “brunch” means a relaxed meal eaten late in the morning that combines breakfast and lunch foods. In plain terms, a late-morning meal that mixes breakfast and lunch dishes, often eaten socially at the weekend.
How do you pronounce “brunch”?
“Brunch” is pronounced bruhnch (/bɹʌnt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “brunch” in a sentence?
Here is “brunch” used in a sentence: “We met up for brunch on Sunday and stayed for hours.”
What part of speech is “brunch”?
Depending on how it is used, “brunch” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “brunch” come from?
The word “brunch” dates back to around 1890. A blend of "breakfast" and "lunch", first recorded in British English in the 1890s before catching on in America decades later.
Is “brunch” a common word?
“Brunch” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “brunch” have?
“Brunch” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a relaxed meal eaten late in the morning that combines breakfast and lunch foods.