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brunch

|brunch|

B1

/brʌntʃ/

late morning meal

Etymology
Etymology Information

'brunch' originates from English, specifically a blend of 'breakfast' and 'lunch'.

Historical Evolution

'brunch' was coined in the late 19th century as a portmanteau of 'breakfast' and 'lunch'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant a meal that combined breakfast and lunch, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a meal that combines breakfast and lunch, typically eaten late in the morning.

We had brunch at a cozy café downtown.

Synonyms

late breakfastmid-morning meal

Antonyms

dinnersupper

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Idioms

brunch date

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45