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lunch Synonyms

Another word for lunch

Choosing another word for lunch depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A meal eaten in the middle of the day, typically lighter or less formal than an evening meal.

Usage Example

"We met at the cafe to discuss the new project over luncheon."

Strongest
luncheon
Strong
dinner
tiffin

• noun (Context 2)

The food prepared, packed, or provided for a midday meal.

Usage Example

"She packed her packed lunch in an insulated bag before heading to school."

Strong
packed lunch
bag lunch
box lunch
sack lunch
tiffin

• verb (Context 3)

To eat a midday meal.

Usage Example

"They frequently dine at the small Italian restaurant across the street."

Strong
dine

Opposites of lunch

The opposite of lunch shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

fast
See all opposites of lunch

• Nearby Words

lunar
lunaria
lunatic
lunch
lunchbox
lunchbreak
luncheon

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Lunch. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/lunch
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