brunch

UK: brʌntʃ | US: brʌntʃ

Definition
  1. n. a meal eaten in the late morning, combining dishes from breakfast and lunch.

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Etymology

brunch = br<breakfast> + unch<lunch>

  • br (from breakfast): Refers to the first meal of the day.
  • unch (from lunch): Refers to the midday meal.

Etymology Origin:
The word brunch is a portmanteau (blend) of breakfast and lunch, coined in late 19th-century Britain. It reflects the leisurely practice of combining the two meals, often during late mornings on weekends. The term gained popularity in the U.S. in the 1930s, embodying a social and culinary shift toward relaxed dining.

Examples
  1. We enjoyed a delicious brunch of pancakes and avocado toast.

  2. Sunday brunch has become a weekly tradition for our family.

  3. The café serves brunch until 2 p.m. on weekends.

  4. She hosted a brunch party with mimosas and pastries.

  5. Brunch is perfect for those who wake up too late for breakfast.