Word bank

Improve your reading skills, Memorize words and practice vocabulary

Memorized by 0+ users

lunch

/lʌnt͡ʃ/
Meanings
  • noun

    The midday meal; a light meal usually eaten between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.

  • noun

    A period of rest and recreation, typically during the middle of the day.

Pronunciation
  1. /lʌnt͡ʃ/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75900003"
  2. /lʌnt͡ʃ/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=9023211"
  3. /lʌnt͡ʃ/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1234305"
Synonyms

luncheon , nones
Rhymes
Words rhyming with lunch
junch , hunch , punch , lunchbox
Variants
List of all variants of lunch that leads to same result
lunch , lunches , out to lunch , lunched , luncher , lunchers , lunching , lunch-bucket , lunch counter , lunch counters , lunch box , lunch break , lunch hour , lunch meat , bag lunch , bag lunches , box lunch
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Middle English word 'lunchen', meaning to take a midday meal. Derived from the Old French word 'lunche', meaning noon.

Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

  1. The average American spends approximately 25 minutes eating lunch.

  2. In the United States, National Sandwich Day is celebrated on November 3, which is also known as 'Lunch Day'.

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. brunch: A meal that combines elements of breakfast and lunch, typically eaten in the late morning or early afternoon.

  2. packed lunch: A lunch that is prepared and taken to be eaten at a later time, usually at work or school.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Lunch is a significant part of many cultures around the world. In some countries, lunch is a formal affair, while in others, it is a quick meal eaten on the go. In literature, lunch has been used as a symbol of friendship and community, as in the novel 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret' by Judy Blume. In art, there are numerous paintings and sculptures depicting people having lunch. In music, there are songs about lunch, such as 'Lunchbox' by Nelly.

How to Memorize "lunch"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a table set for lunch with plates, utensils, and food.
    - Visualize yourself sitting down to enjoy a midday meal.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'lunch' with the idea of taking a break and enjoying a meal.
    - Associate the word 'lunch' with the time of day, around noon.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Lunch is a meal, eaten in the middle of the day, at noon.'

Memorize "lunch" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize lunch is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

  1. Highlighting:

    Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.

  2. Periodic Reminders:

    Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.

Install Now