LUNCHEON


Meaning of LUNCHEON in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈlən-chən ]

noun

Etymology: perhaps alteration of nuncheon light snack, alteration of Middle English nonshench midday refreshment, from non noon + schench drink

Date: circa 1652

: lunch ; especially : a formal usually midday meal as part of a meeting or for entertaining a guest

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