Breakfast

/ˈbrɛkfəst/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The first meal of the day, typically eaten in the morning.

I like to have oatmeal and fruit for breakfast.

The act of eating breakfast; a meal served in the morning.

They enjoyed a hearty breakfast at the hotel.

An occasion for breakfast; an invitation to breakfast.

She was invited to a breakfast meeting with the team.

Middle English 'brekfast', from 'break' + 'fast', meaning to break the fast.

breakfast in bed

A meal served in bed, typically as a treat or special occasion.

continental breakfast

A light breakfast typically consisting of pastries, bread, fruit, and coffee.

full breakfast

A hearty meal that often includes eggs, bacon, sausage, and toast.

brunch

A late morning meal that combines breakfast and lunch.

dinner

The main meal of the day, typically eaten in the evening.

snack

A small amount of food eaten between meals.

Benny

Let's grab a Benny at the café.

Brekky

I could go for some brekky right now.