brunch
Americannoun
verb (used without object)
noun
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Etymology
Origin of brunch
First recorded in 1895–1900; br(eakfast) + (l)unch
Example Sentences
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Rather than packing lunch for the park, you’ve packed brunch.
From Salon • Jun. 18, 2026
They are also quite the showstopper in an elaborate brunch spread.
From Salon • May 10, 2026
It was 9:30 a.m., and the brunch rush had hours to go.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026
When I approached the Garden Gate Cafe, where the brunch would be held, there was a whiteboard welcoming me, adorned with drawings of pink flowers.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
“The girls and I are going out for brunch on Saturday, to celebrate Lexie’s good news. Why don’t you come, too?”
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
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