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?

Recent Examples on the Web

Based on this brief Anton shot and a couple of other small moments — like Paul Baker delivering breakfast to both Anton and Issa in the cold open — that story line isn’t over. — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026

Where to Eat and Drink Acme Lowcountry Kitchen A favorite for Lowcountry classics, Acme Lowcountry Kitchen serves breakfast, brunch, and dinner in a casual setting near the beach. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2026

For Hand-Painted Detail Versatile and timeless, this duo of hand-painted, ceramic platters can easily flit between casual family breakfasts and evenings hosting at home with a pile of hors d'oeuvres. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026

For breakfast, go and grab a stool at the counter at Nagle's Apothecary Cafe and order the daily frittata. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English brekfast, from the phrase breken fast "to break one's fast, end abstinence from food"

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing breakfast

• a dog's breakfast
• bed-and-breakfast
• breakfast bar
• Continental breakfast
• cooked breakfast
• dog's breakfast
• English breakfast
• pre-breakfast
• working/business breakfast

Kids Definition

breakfast

noun

break·​fast ˈbrek-fəst 

: the first meal of the day

breakfast verb