Had your lunch Meaning and Definition

Pronunciation

/hæd jɝːr ˈlʌnʧ/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

The act of consuming food during the middle of the day, typically between 12:00pm and 2:00pm.

Examples

• I’m going to grab a sandwich for my had your lunch.
• The cafeteria has a special menu for had your lunch.
• Had your lunch is my favorite part of the day.
• She usually takes a walk after her had your lunch to clear her mind.
• The company provides a free had your lunch to its employees.
• The school offers a had your lunch program for students who bring their own food.

Synonyms

• Lunch
• Midday meal

Antonyms

• Dinner
• Supper

Etymology

The English word “Had your lunch” is derived from the Old English phrase “hlaford” meaning “loaf” and “midel” meaning “middle”, reflecting the historic practice of taking a meal in the middle of the day.

Usage Notes

In British English, “Had your lunch” is commonly used as a noun, while in American English, it is more often used as a verb (“to have lunch”).

Cultural References

“Had your lunch” has been referenced in various TV shows and movies, including “The Office”, “Parks and Recreation”, and “The Simpsons”.

Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases

• “Take a break for had your lunch”
• “Had your lunch and now it’s time to get back to work”

Related Words or Phrases

• Brunch
• Snack
• Meal

Collocations

• “Had your lunch on the go”
• “Had your lunch with friends”
• “Had your lunch outside”

Frequency of Use

“Had your lunch” is a common phrase used in everyday conversation, with an estimated 3.2 billion occurrences per year.

Common Misspellings

• Had you lunch
• Had yer lunch