brunch

noun

: a meal usually taken late in the morning that combines a late breakfast and an early lunch

Examples of brunch in a Sentence

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However, reservations for a culinary experience, including brunch, are required. Katie Sweeney, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025 The festival starts with an evening of spoken word and music, followed by a reading series and poetry on day two, a multidisciplinary showcase of dance, music, poetry and more on day three and gospel brunch on day four. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 June 2025 Tickets: $20. SUNDAY, JUNE 29 Mezcal Brunch: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., featuring Mexican brunch classics, a mezcal bloody mary bar and bottomless pours of a featured mezcal cocktail. Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2025 These are used for brunch at the Old Saybrook, Westport, and Stratford locations. Sarah Kyrcz, Hartford Courant, 16 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for brunch

Word History

Etymology

breakfast + lunch

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of brunch was in 1895

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“Brunch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brunch. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

brunch

noun
: a late breakfast, an early lunch, or a combination of the two
Etymology

breakfast and lunch

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