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

What came back was an invitation to attend the Women in Film luncheon honoring Barbra Streisand in May 1984. —Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Oct. 2024

In 2021, Andrea explained to a luncheon (per The Providence Journal) how the family finally decided to leave. —Keith Langston, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024

Maria Ammar, a Longaberger stylist consultant for more than 25 years, has organized the luncheon fundraiser as part of the campaign, raising more than $130,000 for the Center. —Brian Gioiele, Connecticut Post, 3 Oct. 2024

Stars including Olivia Wilde, Gayle King and Maude Apatow brought out their best Chanel ensembles at the label’s annual luncheon celebrating its partnership with the Tribeca Film Festival. —Hannah Malach, WWD, 18 Sep. 2024

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

Kids Definition

luncheon

noun

lun·​cheon ˈlən-chən 

: a light meal at midday

especially : a formal lunch