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sandwich

|sand/which|

A2

🇺🇸

/ˈsændwɪtʃ/

🇬🇧

/ˈsænwɪdʒ/

layered food

Etymology
Etymology Information

'sandwich' originates from English, specifically named after the 4th Earl of Sandwich, John Montagu, who popularized the food item.

Historical Evolution

'sandwich' was named after the Earl of Sandwich in the 18th century and has since become a staple food item worldwide.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to a specific food item, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a food item consisting of two pieces of bread with a filling such as meat, cheese, or other ingredients between them.

I had a ham and cheese sandwich for lunch.

Synonyms

Verb 1

to insert or squeeze something between two other things, typically in a tight space.

The car was sandwiched between two trucks.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45