BLT

noun

ˌbē-(ˌ)el-ˈtē 

: a bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich

Examples of BLT in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The restaurant had a brief moment of fame in 2023 for its New Heights sandwich, a tribute to Travis and Jason Kelce that combines a Philly cheesesteak with a barbecue sauce- and turkey-infused BLT. — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Pairing that tender lobster with another classic, like the BLT, felt natural. — Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026

Longtime cocktail lounge The Punch Room closed in 2025, and The Fifth Fork — which replaced BLT Steak — has temporarily moved into that space on the 15th floor to serve hotel guests. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2026

Pruning indeterminate tomatoes helps to keep the huge vines under control and encourages the production of tomatoes large enough for your classic BLT sandwich or tomato pie, instead of excessive foliage and many smaller tomatoes. — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 23 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1950, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

BLT

noun

ˌbē-ˌel-ˈtē 

: a bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich