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lunching

/ˈlʌntʃɪŋ/

Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of having a midday meal.

    - "People usually lunch between 12 pm and 2 pm."
    - "I often take a sandwich for lunch."
    - "My colleagues and I usually go out for lunch together."

Variants
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lunch , lunched , luncher , lunchers , lunches , lunching
Etymology
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From the word 'lunch', which originally meant a light meal, typically one taken at midday.


Trivia
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  1. The first recorded use of the word 'lunch' to mean a midday meal was in 1834.

  2. In some countries, lunch is the largest meal of the day and is often served with multiple courses.

  3. The word 'lunch' comes from the Old French word 'lunche', meaning 'noonday dinner'.


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

  2. Picnic lunch: A lunch taken outdoors, often consisting of sandwiches, fruits, and other portable foods.


Culture
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In some cultures, lunch is a formal event, while in others it is a quick meal taken on the go. In literature, lunch has been used as a symbol of camaraderie and bonding, as in F. Scott Fitzgerald's 'The Great Gatsby'.

How to Memorize "lunching"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a table set for lunch with plates, silverware, and a vase of flowers.
    - Visualize yourself taking a bite of a sandwich or sipping from a glass of lemonade.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'lunch' with the midday meal.
    - Think of the word 'lunchbox' when you hear the word 'lunch'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Lunch is at 12' to remember that lunch is typically taken at midday.
    - Create a sentence using the word 'lunch' to help remember its meaning.


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