luncheon

noun

Definition of luncheonnext
as in dinner
a usually formal lunch that occurs as part of a meeting or for entertaining a guest a company luncheon

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Recent Examples of luncheon There’s no luncheon or shower that wouldn’t do well with a basic chicken salad made with mayonnaise. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 July 2026 Melania said at a May 20 luncheon for senators’ spouses, according to a copy of her remarks shared by the White House. — Joseph Konig, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026 The group hosted a free luncheon last December for more than 1,000 kids in the area with Autism spectrum disorders, their families and teachers, Ferrer said. — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026 The luncheon began with a commemorative Flag Salute, led by the Sons of the American Revolutionary Color Guard presenting the flags, including the American Flag, the Betsy Ross Flag, the Union Jack and the Sons of the American Revolution Flag. — Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for luncheon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luncheon
  1. dinner
  2. supper
  3. breakfast
  4. serving
  5. buffet
  6. meal
  7. tea
  8. gulp
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
Noun
  • Aesthetic aside, Fields of Michigan proudly serves farm-to-table cuisine for both people and pups, and welcomes guests to enjoy communal supper experiences, massages in nature, live music and more.
    — Rebecca R. Norris, USA Today, 31 July 2026
  • Even more troubling is a series of robberies centered around the Department of Damage Control, a government facility dedicated to containing and controlling supper-happenings, that’s run by a bureaucrat named Metzger.
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2026
Definition of supper
Noun
  • This space, where breakfast is served, is also a meeting point for non-guests of the hotel.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Jones hosted a popular Sydney breakfast radio show for close to two decades.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of breakfast
Noun
  • Plus, a serving of this pudding is roughly equivalent to the protein in two eggs.
    — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 July 2026
  • Over the years, the gathering has featured contract standoffs, shots directed at the league, countless years of support for coaches and coordinators, stadium posturing and always a heavy dose of optimism before a serving of orange sherbet.
    — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 27 July 2026
Definition of serving
Noun
  • Geared toward longer stays and keeping road warriors happy, the hotel offers a grab-and-go pantry, an evening happy hour with wine, beer, and light bites, and a buffet breakfast.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
  • Scientists have learned that as soon as summer temperatures thaw layers of the permafrost, its carbon turns into a bedazzling buffet for microbes.
    — Denise Hruby, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Definition of buffet
Noun
  • Maintain regular meal times and take your new dog outside frequently for bathroom breaks.
    — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 29 July 2026
  • Others arrived with biryani, samosas, bottled water and meals prepared in home kitchens, placed in other Indian cities and from abroad.
    — Penny Abeywardena, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of meal
Noun
  • Next to the property, the hotel also owns SoFi Coffee—an easy stop for an iced tea or coffee and pastries before heading out for the day.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • Also new this year is a partnership with JoJo Tea for a special tea program in addition to the restaurant’s sake and wine menu.
    — Connie Ogle July 30, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
Definition of tea
Noun
  • Cradled in her arms, the newborn suckles eagerly, its tiny paws paddling the air with every gulp.
    — Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
  • Given the construction of the bracket, any African team that has its eye on a quarterfinals bid will likely have to push through the likes of Argentina (gulp) or England (woof), France (le woof) or Spain (yipes).
    — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of gulp

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