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

The luncheon began with welcome remarks from THR editor-in-Chief Maer Roshan, followed by Brett Fahlgren, vp brand marketing and communications for the luxury jeweler. —Brande Victorian, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026

What's a shower or luncheon without an arrangement of tea sandwiches? —Josh Miller, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2026

Julien said the luncheon was designed to bring together women from across industries to connect and celebrate their accomplishments. —Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 9 Mar. 2026

The day includes a delicious gourmet luncheon provided by White House Catering, vying for one of the $20 grab bags available that day and chances to bid on memorable experiences during the live auction. —Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 5 Mar. 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