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noun

Definition of lunchnext
as in dinner

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verb

as in to breakfast

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Recent Examples of lunch
Noun
For a more low-key, guinguette (open-air café) vibe, newer sister spot Sail Fish Café in the nearby village and nature reserve of Piraillan is a local’s choice for lunch or sunset dinner. — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026 Kishner recommends keeping canned tuna on hand for quick meals, while Lorenz suggests mixing it with Greek yogurt or avocado instead of mayonnaise for a fast, satisfying lunch. — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 18 July 2026
Verb
Heald has lunched with the Queen of Bhutan and has chartered a private plane to roam the most remote corners of Mongolia’s Gobi Desert. — The Editors, Robb Report, 20 Apr. 2026 President Barack Obama lunched there in July 2014 on the advice of then-Vice President Joe Biden and his late son Beau, who were frequent visitors. — Usa Today Network, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for lunch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lunch
  1. dinner
  2. breakfast
  3. supper
  4. snack
  5. luncheon
  6. tea
  7. buffet
Noun
  • In May of this year, undercover detectives observed Velasquez eating dinner with two plastic forks at a restaurant, according to the affidavit.
    — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026
  • The dinner theme is Paris, which is perfect for Joy, or at least should be.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 21 July 2026
Definition of dinner
Verb
  • Within hours, Gifford was raped and murdered after Sochor and his brother left the Fort Lauderdale bar with her under the guise of going to breakfast, court records say.
    — Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 11 July 2026
  • One of my favorite things to do each morning was pedal to breakfast in the shade of giant palm trees with the smell of flowering hibiscus all around.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 3 July 2026
Definition of breakfast
Noun
  • The best part is that the meal is easy enough for a work night, but tastes special enough for a Sunday supper.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 17 July 2026
  • It was built after the Chicago fire and had once been the site of a popular tavern, aka supper place.
    — Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
Definition of supper
Verb
  • Protein is more satiating than carbohydrates alone and may reduce the urge to snack before lunch.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
  • This simple sandwich makes a perfect light lunch or snack for a bridal or baby shower.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 8 July 2026
Definition of snack
Noun
  • The festival began as a humble luncheon in 1978, growing into a phenomenon with an annual attendance of around 100,000.
    — Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 17 July 2026
  • With new financial support from the Lyons Township Mental Health Commission, the Village of Indian Head Park will be able to continue Senior Congregate Lunch & Learn, its monthly older adult luncheon program.
    — Melinda Moore, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026
Definition of luncheon
Noun
  • Afternoon tea brings hot and cold beverages and a cookie fix.
    — Jane Wooldridge, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026
  • Across from Zara and near Macy’s Home & Children, visitors have been able to grab boba tea, matcha and coffee made in house since January.
    — Alexandra Phelps July 15, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
Definition of tea
Noun
  • Scientists say the delta’s naturally nutrient-rich waters provide a great buffet for the crabs and other marine life.
    — Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • Evading the zapper were the eight flies in the salad prep area, four in the dessert area and three on the wall near the serving utensils at the hot buffet.
    — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
Definition of buffet

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