brunch

noun

ˈbrənch 

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

Examples of brunch in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The easygoing Mexican brunch, lunch and dinner spot became a Wesley Heights favorite for its authentic tacos, frozen drinks and stewed pork shoulder pozole rojo served with hominy, shredded cabbage, onions and cilantro over fresh tostadas. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2026

Weekend brunch is also a main event, pulling locals, bridal parties, out-of-towners, and visiting delegates; the decadent breakfast sandwich alone is worth the trip. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026

Spice debuted with Sunday brunch in May 2025 and began dinner service this past February. — John Kessler, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026

Sweet or savory, muffins are a fast treat to make for breakfasts, brunches, or anytime snacks. — Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 6 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

breakfast + lunch

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for brunch

• bunch
• chinch
• crunch
• hunch
• lunch
• punch
• keypunch

Kids Definition

brunch

noun

ˈbrənch 

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

Etymology

breakfast and lunch