breakfast food
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of breakfast food
An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900
Example Sentences
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Over time, it’s become less of a single-use breakfast food and more of a catch-all solution.
From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026
His niece Pamela Rekas observes this exchange with poorly disguised amusement and motions toward the plate of breakfast food on the table.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2023
Bryan Lowder explains why it’s time to add the breakfast food to your dinner rotation.
From Slate • Oct. 17, 2023
Notably, McDonald’s said in its announcement, the jam is the first sauce inspired by breakfast food to hit the company’s U.S. restaurants.
From Washington Times • Sep. 26, 2023
He thought of the breakfast food Mrs. Cooper had put before him, which had disgusted him then.
From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison
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