luncheon

noun

lun·​cheon ˈlən-chən 

: lunch

especially : a formal usually midday meal as part of a meeting or for entertaining a guest

a company luncheon

a fund-raising luncheon

Examples of luncheon in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Two weeks ago dozens of illustrious chefs attended a luncheon to pay homage to André Soltner, who died at the age of 93 in January, as an icon of their profession as owner of the New York French restaurant Lutèce. —John Mariani, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025

In recent times, the city has had some basic interaction with the chamber, including promoting business openings and several councilmembers appearing at luncheons hosted by the organization. —Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 15 Apr. 2025

About 350 people at this year’s luncheon listened as Stephan and public officials described each awardee’s heroic actions. —Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025

Davis and Jackson will be honored at an IBCA luncheon May 3 at Illinois State University in Normal. —Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

perhaps alteration of nuncheon light snack, alteration of Middle English nonshench midday refreshment, from non noon + schench drink

First Known Use

circa 1652, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing luncheon

• luncheon meat
• pre-luncheon

Rhymes for luncheon

• truncheon

Kids Definition

luncheon

noun

lun·​cheon ˈlən-chən 

: a light meal at midday

especially : a formal lunch