Definition

A light meal eaten in the late afternoon or early evening, typically between lunch and dinner, often accompanied by tea or coffee and snacks like cookies or sandwiches.

Example

We enjoyed a lovely dunch with tea and cookies after our walk.

Conversation

Hey, are you up for a little dunch later today?

Sure! What time were you thinking?

Maybe around four? We can grab some snacks and chat.

Sounds perfect! I could use a good dunch after a long day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To collide with something or someone, often causing a bump or impact.

Example

He dunched his shoulder against the door frame as he walked through.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I was walking by and accidentally dunched into the wall.

Ouch! That sounds painful, were you in a hurry?

Yeah, I was trying to get my phone out of my pocket.

Root Explanation

The word 'dunch' originates from Middle English 'dunche', meaning to strike or hit. It is related to the Old English 'duncian', which also means to strike or thump. The word describes the action of hitting or striking something.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'striking' or 'hitting' — that's what 'dunch' means.

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