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

Fort Worth-area leaders gathered Thursday for a luncheon hosted by the Fort Worth Chamber to discuss efforts to improve the public’s perception of the West 7th district and address concerns and opportunities identified by business owners. —Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Nov. 2025

Prior to his downfall, Walker could pack a crowd on occasion, as was the case in 1927, when 1,000-plus members of the Dress Industries of America’s annual trade luncheon turned up to hear his speech. —Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 14 Nov. 2025

Simon spoke before the luncheon to thank first responders on behalf of the residents. —Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 13 Nov. 2025

La Jolla residents Eunice Bragais and Phyllis Epstein will be among the Women of Dedication honorees at the luncheon Friday, May 15, at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina hotel. —La Jolla Light, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 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