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

Members and guests enjoyed monthly luncheons — the most recent of which was last month, featuring a Christmas boutique with local vendors offering a variety of special holiday items. —Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 8 Jan. 2026

The awards will be presented on Friday, March 6, at a special luncheon event at Lomas Santa Fe Country Club in Solana Beach. —News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026

Stewart has worn the Casadei Nancy boot on more than one occasion over the years, including the Oscars nominee luncheon in 2022. —Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 6 Jan. 2026

The two boats serve as floating venues for parties, weddings, meetings, luncheons and other group events. —Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 Jan. 2026

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