breakfast
noun
break·fast
ˈbrek-fəst 
1
: the first meal of the day especially when taken in the morning
2
: the food prepared for a breakfast
eat your breakfast
breakfast
verb
breakfaster
noun
Examples of breakfast in a Sentence
I had pancakes for breakfast.
Did you have breakfast before you left?
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Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
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—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2026
And save a piece to enjoy for breakfast with a hot cup of coffee.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026
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Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026
The kitchen is outfitted with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, multiple refrigeration zones, dual wine storage, and a breakfast area with its own fireplace.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2026
And save a piece to enjoy for breakfast with a hot cup of coffee.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026
Complimentary breakfast is a common offering at many hotel chains, including brands like Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express and Residence Inn, where self-service buffets are often included with overnight stays.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 22 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for breakfast
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“Breakfast.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/breakfast. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.
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