Definition of brunch
: a meal usually taken late in the morning that combines a late breakfast and an early lunch
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Origin and Etymology of brunch
breakfast + lunch
First Known Use: 1895
BRUNCH Defined for English Language Learners
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: a meal that combines breakfast and lunch and that is usually eaten in late morning
BRUNCH Defined for Kids
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: a meal that combines breakfast and lunch and is usually eaten in late morning
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