brunch

/bɹʌntʃ/noun

A late-morning meal that replaces both breakfast and lunch and usually mixes dishes from each.

Example sentence

“On Sundays we meet friends for brunch at a café near the park.”

A blend of "breakfast" and "lunch", and a useful example of how English fuses words. Usually a weekend and social occasion.

Related words

appetizerA small dish served at the start of a meal, before the main course.bitterHaving a sharp, harsh flavor, like strong coffee or dark chocolate.saladA dish of mixed raw or cold ingredients, usually vegetables, often served with a dressing.tenderHurting or feeling sore when touched.soupA liquid dish made by cooking ingredients such as vegetables or meat in water or stock.crunchyMaking a crisp sound when bitten or pressed, as certain foods do when eaten.