pre-lunch
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B2
/priː-lʌntʃ/
before lunch
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-lunch' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'lunch', referring to a meal eaten in the middle of the day.
Historical Evolution
'pre-lunch' is a modern English compound word formed by combining 'pre-' and 'lunch'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'before lunch', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
occurring or existing before lunch.
We had a pre-lunch meeting to discuss the agenda.
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Last updated: 2025/07/23 22:18